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Africa's voice in global space leadership continues to grow.The African Space Agency (AfSA) is pleased to announce that ...
28/07/2026

Africa's voice in global space leadership continues to grow.

The African Space Agency (AfSA) is pleased to announce that H.E. Dr. Tidiane Ouattara, President of the African Space Council, will participate as a distinguished speaker at the Science Summit during the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 2026).

During the high-level session, "The Space Mindset: Navigating Space Policy, Diplomacy, and Global Leadership," Dr. Ouattara will join eminent leaders from across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Latin America to discuss how international cooperation, space diplomacy, and visionary leadership can advance sustainable development on Earth and beyond.

AfSA is proud to contribute Africa's perspective to this important global dialogue and to reaffirm the continent's commitment to strengthening international partnerships and promoting the peaceful and sustainable use of outer space for the benefit of all.

๐Ÿ“… 23 September 2026 | ๐ŸŒ Virtual Session

Register via https://event.sciencesummitnyc.org/list-of.../detail/392

We invite our partners, stakeholders, researchers, innovators, policymakers, and the broader space community to join this important conversation.

African women: the continent is waiting for your solutionsWho can apply?Young female professionals, startups and entrepr...
22/07/2026

African women: the continent is waiting for your solutions

Who can apply?

Young female professionals, startups and entrepreneurs working in the space sector.

Team of 3 to 5 members formed upon registration, all profiles welcome: Earth Observation, geography, hydrology, environment, computer science, statisticsโ€ฆ

Free participation; one representative per finalist team sponsored by African Space Agency - AfSA (for teams outside Cรดte d'Ivoire).

๐ŸŒ Why participate?
๐Ÿ”น Turn space data into solutions for daily life in Africa
๐Ÿ”น Innovate for socio-economic development challenges
๐Ÿ”น Join a pan-African network of women in space
๐Ÿ”น Showcase African women's leadership in the space sector

๐Ÿ“… Online registration โ€“ Application deadline: JULY 31, 2026
๐Ÿ”— https://aspex.africa/fr/register/spatielles

๐Ÿ“… SEPTEMBER 24, 25 & 26, 2026 โ€“ Abidjan Exhibition Park
โ˜Ž๏ธ ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฎ: +225 07 083 608 31 / +225 01 40 58 41 68

๐˜๐Ž๐”๐‘ ๐’๐๐€๐‚๐„ ๐’๐“๐€๐‘๐“๐”๐ ๐ƒ๐„๐’๐„๐‘๐•๐„๐’ ๐ˆ๐“๐’ ๐ˆ๐๐•๐„๐’๐“๐Ž๐‘๐’Pitch at AFRICA SPACE EXPO 2026 and turn your project into a fundraising roundA...
22/07/2026

๐˜๐Ž๐”๐‘ ๐’๐๐€๐‚๐„ ๐’๐“๐€๐‘๐“๐”๐ ๐ƒ๐„๐’๐„๐‘๐•๐„๐’ ๐ˆ๐“๐’ ๐ˆ๐๐•๐„๐’๐“๐Ž๐‘๐’

Pitch at AFRICA SPACE EXPO 2026 and turn your project into a fundraising round

A selection of 15 finalist teams. A panel of angel investors. A continental stage.

Who can apply?

African startups developing space applications or solutions;

Priority sectors: Earth observation, satellite navigation, telecommunications, astronomy, meteorology;

Application 100% free, online: pitch deck (PDF) + 90-second video.

๐ŸŒ Why participate?
๐Ÿ”น Pitch in front of a panel of specialized investors
๐Ÿ”น Gain access to tailored acceleration support
๐Ÿ”น Join the continental network of space industry players
๐Ÿ”น Launch your startup on the African and international stage

๐Ÿ“… Online registration โ€“ Application deadline: AUGUST 05, 2026
๐Ÿ”— https://aspex.africa/fr/register/startup

๐Ÿ“… SEPTEMBER 24, 25 & 26, 2026 โ€“ Abidjan Exhibition Park
โ˜Ž๏ธ ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฎ: +225 07 083 608 31 / +225 01 40 58 41 68

AFRICA SPACE EXPO 2026 brings together investors, institutions, and decision-makers ready to support the space innovatio...
22/07/2026

AFRICA SPACE EXPO 2026 brings together investors, institutions, and decision-makers ready to support the space innovations that will shape Africa's socio-economic development

Public and private organisations of the African space sector, your projects have a rendezvous with their funders

Who can apply?

Fully designed, documented and costed project (feasibility + ex*****on plan + complete budget);

Established sponsor: formal legal entity, at least 2 years in existence; identified implementation team;

Space technologies or data at the core of the project; measurable impact; possible start within 6 months.

๐ŸŒ Why participate?
๐Ÿ”น Present your project to continental investors and decision-makers
๐Ÿ”น Access dedicated funding opportunities
๐Ÿ”น Gain international visibility
๐Ÿ”น Contribute to building a sustainable African space industry

๐Ÿ“… Online registration โ€“ Application deadline: AUGUST 15, 2026
๐Ÿ”— https://aspex.africa/fr/register/project-labs

๐Ÿ“… SEPTEMBER 24, 25 & 26, 2026 โ€“ Abidjan Exhibition Park
โ˜Ž๏ธ ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฎ: +225 07 083 608 31 / +225 01 40 58 41 68

14/07/2026

๐ŸŒ Africa's space revolution is happening now.

Watch as African Space Agency (AfSA) Vice President, Thandikile Mbvundula, shares her vision for ASPEX 2026 in Abidjan. Join the next chapter of Africa's space journey.

The exceptional commitment of the Government of Cรดte d'Ivoire demonstrates a shared vision to position Africa as a leadi...
09/07/2026

The exceptional commitment of the Government of Cรดte d'Ivoire demonstrates a shared vision to position Africa as a leading player in the global space ecosystem.

Africa Space Expo (ASPEX 2026) will bring together government leaders, space agencies, industry pioneers, investors, entrepreneurs, researchers, and international partners to forge strategic partnerships, unlock investment opportunities, and accelerate innovation across the continent.

More than an exhibition, ASPEX 2026 is where Africa's space ambitions meet global expertise, business, and investment.

Africa's space economy is taking offโ€”and the world is invited to be part of the journey.
๐Ÿ“ Abidjan Exhibition Center, Cรดte d'Ivoire
๐Ÿ“… 24โ€“26 September 2026
๐ŸŒ www.aspex.africa

Over the last five years, the NewSpace Africa Conference has brought together governments, national space agencies, indu...
29/06/2026

Over the last five years, the NewSpace Africa Conference has brought together governments, national space agencies, industry, academia and international partners to strengthen cooperation and support the growth of Africa's space ecosystem.

As a co-organiser, the African Space Agency is proud to share the NewSpace Africa Conference Impact Report 2022โ€“2026, reflecting on the progress made and the partnerships that continue to shape the future of the continent's space sector.

๐Ÿ“– Download the full report: https://form.jotform.com/261728005129555

The African Space Agency and the European Space Agency have launched the call for applications for the AESPP Business Ma...
26/06/2026

The African Space Agency and the European Space Agency have launched the call for applications for the AESPP Business Matchmaking Event, taking place alongside the Africa Space Expo in Abidjan, Cรดte dโ€™Ivoire, from September 23 to 26, 2026.

Read the full eligibility criteria and access the application portal here: https://africanspaceagency.org/media/press-release/6a3d24dee008ff8ba3bd6457

On behalf of the African Space Agency, H.E. Dr. Tidiane Ouattara extends his warm congratulations to the Government and ...
16/06/2026

On behalf of the African Space Agency, H.E. Dr. Tidiane Ouattara extends his warm congratulations to the Government and people of Angola for the outstanding success of .

Through visionary leadership, strategic investments in programmes such as and , and a strong commitment to digital transformation, Angola has established itself as one of Africaโ€™s leading space nations and a model for the continent. Angolaโ€™s experience demonstrates that space is not merely a technological endeavourโ€”it is a catalyst for

economic growth, innovation, connectivity, and sustainable development.

As Africa advances towards a knowledge-based and digitally empowered future, Angolaโ€™s achievements offer an inspiring example of what is possible when vision is matched with ambition and action.

Congratulations, Angola. The future of Africaโ€™s space economy is being built today.

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