Space is a concept that explores the intersection between traditional Acholi cultural interpretations of celestial phenomena and modern astronomical science. The Acholi people, an ethnic group from Northern Uganda and Southern Sudan, have a rich cultural heritage that includes spiritual and practical interpretations of the sky, stars, moon, and sun. In their cosmology, these celestial bodies may represent spirits, or ancestral forces, playing roles in religious ceremonies and influencing activities such as planting and harvesting.

Galaxies are enormous, gravitationally bound systems composed of stars, stellar remnants, gas, dust, and dark matter. They serve as the basic building blocks of the universe, forming its large-scale structure. Galaxies vary greatly in size, from a few million stars to over a trillion, and come in different shapes, such as spiral, elliptical, and irregular. Stars within galaxies, including our Sun, orbit around the galactic center, held together by gravity. The interstellar medium within galaxies is crucial for star formation, shaping their evolution over time. Dark matter, though invisible, plays a significant role in stabilizing galaxies and influencing their dynamics. Understanding galaxies helps us uncover the mysteries of the universe’s formation and expansion.

The Acholi people, through their cultural narratives and traditional knowledge, have always recognized the interconnectedness of the Earth, the heavens, and the forces that govern them. While they may not articulate gravity as a scientific concept, their stories about celestial bodies like the Sun, Moon, and stars reflect an intuitive understanding of the pull and balance that keeps the universe in harmony. These narratives often depict gravity metaphorically, such as ancestors guiding humanity through the stars or rivers flowing from the heavens, symbolizing the unseen forces that link the spiritual and physical worlds.

The solar system, a vast and dynamic arrangement of celestial bodies, has long fascinated the Acholi people, intertwining with their cultural narratives and traditional beliefs. The Sun (Ceng) holds a central place in Acholi spirituality, often symbolizing life, energy, and divine power. In Acholi folklore, the Sun and Moon are seen as complementary forces that regulate the cycles of time, marking day and night and influencing seasonal activities. This celestial understanding has historically guided agricultural practices, with the movements of the Sun signaling planting and harvesting seasons, crucial for the community's survival.