CubeSpace’s Journey to Becoming the Intel of Satellite Control Systems

Mike-Alec Kearney, the CEO of CubeSpace. Source: Cubespace CubeSpace, a South African NewSpace company, is making waves with its ambitious goal to revolutionise satellite control systems. Founded just over a decade ago, the company has grown from a bootstrapped startup to a global player in the satellite industry, with its Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS) now deployed in over…

The Next Chapter in Nigerian Space Programme: Insights from NASRDA’s Leadership

Dr Matthew Olumide Adepoju, Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) In May 2024, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of Nigeria, appointed Dr Matthew Olumide Adepoju as the new Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), succeeding Dr Halilu Ahmad Shaba who had led the agency from April 2021 to May……

South Africa Hosts Africa’s First IAU General Assembly

Cross-section of delegates at the IAU GA opening ceremony. Source: IAU General Assembly 2024 The International Astronomical Union is an international non-governmental organisation mandated to promote, safeguard and advance all aspects of astronomy. For the first time in over 100 years of the IAU’s existence, the IAU General Assembly, which happens every three years, finally happened on the…

The Italy-Africa Space Conference to Focus on Three Fundamental Pillars

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Key Highlight The Italy-Africa Space Conference will focus on education and training, space applications and services for a sustainable future, and international partnerships. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Honorable Antonio Tajani, inaugurated the Italy-Africa Space…

Professor Madougou Saidou Appointed Director of AU’s Education, Science, Technology and Innovation Department

Source: GMES and Africa Professor Madougou Saidou has been appointed the Director of the African Union Department of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation (ESTI). In his new role, Professor Madougou will lead efforts to advance research and publication in science and technology, foster cooperation among member states in education and training, and promote youth participation in the…

Professor Sherif Sedky, EgSA CEO, Appointed Chair of COPUOS

Source: UNOOSA At the ongoing 67th session of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS), during its 818th meeting, Professor Sherif Sedky, the CEO of the Egypt Space Agency (EgSA), was appointed as the new Chair of COPUOS. In this capacity, Sedky will lead the Committee in reviewing international cooperation on the peaceful uses of outer space, studying space-related…

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Mrs Judith Yah Sunday Appointed the Chairperson of the Regional African Satellite Communications Organisation

The Board of Directors of the Regional African Satellite Communications Organisation (RASCOM) has confirmed Mrs Judith Yah Sunday as its Chairperson. Her confirmation occurred on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at the 74th Assembly of the RASCOM Board of Directors held in Cameroon. Before her appointment, Mrs Judith Yah Sunday served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Cameroon Telecommunications…

EgSA Hosts Delegates from the Czech Republic to Foster Space Collaboration

According to reports by the Egyptian Space Agency (EgSA), Dr Sherif Sedky, Chief Executive Officer of the agency, hosted delegates from the Czech Republic at the agency’s headquarters in Cairo, Egypt. The delegates included Ms Jana Havlíková, Deputy Minister of Science, Research, and Innovation of the Czech Republic; His Excellency Ivan Yukl, Ambassador of the Czech Republic; Jiří Drahoš, the…