Deep in one of the remotest parts of South Africa, a scientific wonder is taking shape. When complete in the 2030s, the Square Kilometre Array will represent a giant leap forward in our ability to perform radio astronomy, and will explore fundamental questions about the Universe. Astronomy Now's Steve Kelly packs his bags and heads into the South Africa’s arid central plateau to bring us this exclusive progress report – only in the January issue of Astronomy Now. Buy online👉 https://sbee.link/x

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