Strong Solar Activity Triggers Geomagnetic Storms, SANSA Reports
An image of the sun showing the X-class solar flare on Tuesday, 11. Source: SANSA
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) has warned that the strongest geomagnetic storm of the year so far is currently underway, with the potential to disrupt technological systems. SANSA added that the Sun has been particularly active over the past three days, with three X-class (strong) solar flares…
GGPEN and SANSA Sign MoU to Advance Angola–South Africa Space Cooperation
Source: GGPEN
The Angolan National Space Programme Management Office (GGPEN) and the South African National Space Agency (SANSA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the space sector. The agreement represents a significant milestone in the strategic partnership between the two countries, aimed at enhancing collaboration in science,…
SANSA Enhances Maritime Security and Environmental Protection Through Earth Observation
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) plays a critical role in safeguarding maritime environments and strengthening security through its Earth Observation (EO) capabilities. By collecting, processing, archiving, and disseminating EO data, SANSA supports policymaking, economic growth, and sustainable development across South Africa.
Supporting Operation Phakisa and Oceans Economy…
SANSA Hartebeesthoek Ground Station to Provide Critical TT&C Support for IM-2 Lunar Mission
A satellite operations engineer at the SANSA monitoring multiple data streams in the mission control centre. Source: SANSA
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) is playing a crucial role in the Intuitive Machines-2 (IM-2) lunar mission, providing tracking, telemetry, and command (TT&C) support from its Hartebeesthoek Ground Station. This support ensures the mission's success…
NASA and SANSA Partner to Establish New Antenna Facility for Lunar Exploration
Contractor conducting soil resistivity test at the SANSA Matjiesfontein site. Source: South Africa National Space Agency (SANSA)
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) has signed a groundbreaking agreement with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to establish a new antenna facility at the Matjiesfontein (MTJ) site. The facility will join NASA’s Lunar Exploration…
SANSA and AGEOS Partner to Boost Africa’s Space Capabilities
(From L-R) SANSA's CEO, Mr Humbulani Mudau and AGEOS' DG, Dr Aboubakar Mambimba Ndjoungui
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) and the Gabonese Agency for Space Studies and Observations collaborate to enhance Africa’s space capabilities. Announced by SANSA, this collaboration with AGEOS aims to develop advanced ground station infrastructure in Gabon, strengthening the continent’s…
Sidelines from the National Space Conference: SANSA Signs Collaboration Agreement with Ghana
The CEO of the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), Humbulani Mudau, with Dr Joseph Bremang Tandoh from the Ghana Space Science and Technology Institute (GSSTI) after signing the collaboration agreement. Source: South African National Space Agency.
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) and the Ghana Space Science and Technology Institute (GSSTI) have signed a collaboration…
UN-SPIDER Welcomes SANSA as 28th Regional Support Office
Source: UN SPIDER
Key Highlight
SANSA is officially the 28th Regional Support Office (RSO) for UN-SPIDER.
During the ongoing 67th session of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS), the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and its Platform for Space-based Information for Disaster Management and Emergency Response (UN-SPIDER) have announced that the…
SANSA and Congo’s National Remote Sensing Centre Sign MoU to Advance Scientific Projects
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) and Democratic Republic of Congo National Remote Sensing Centre (DRC NRSC/CNT) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the 2023 GEO-Ministerial Summit in Cape Town to enhance collaborative efforts in implementing scientific and technological projects and programmes.
Source: SANSA
The agreement underscores a shared commitment…
SANSA Becomes a Signatory of the SCO Charter
During the GeoWeek 2023 Ministerial Summit, Humbulani Mudau, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), signed the Space for Climate Observatory (SCO) Charter with Frédéric Bretar, Head of the Space for Climate Observatory. This initiative is dedicated to optimising the utilisation of satellite data and digital technologies to advance effective climate…