Angola Establishes National Space Agency Following Presidential Announcement
President João Lourenço announces the creation of the Angolan Space Agency during the opening of the 2025–2026 Parliamentary Year in Luanda on 15 October 2025. Source: GGPEN.
The President of the Republic, João Lourenço, has announced during his State of the Nation Address the establishment of the Angolan Space Agency as part of efforts to consolidate the National Space Programme. President…
South Africa and Angola Strengthen Space Ties Through Landmark Implementation Plan
Source: South African National Space Agency (SANSA)
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) and the Angolan Space Programme Management Office (GGPEN) have signed an ambitious implementation plan on the sidelines of the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Sydney.
The implementation plan will lay the foundation for a roadmap of cooperation across different space…
The Billion-Dollar Satellite Game: Africa Becoming an Equal Player
Africa's challenges with orbital slot allocation stretch back nearly five decades to the establishment of the original satellite broadcasting plan in 1977. Since then, the continent has struggled to maintain access to allocated resources as the geostationary orbit has become increasingly congested. To make matters even worse, many of the resources became obsolete due to interference from other…
Angola’s Space Technology Showcased at Major African Oil & Gas Forum
Source: GGPEN
The National Space Programme Management Office (GGPEN), in collaboration with the newly established Geodata Centre (GEDAE), participated in the 6th edition of Angola Oil & Gas (AOG 2025), held in Luanda from September 3 to 4, 2025. The event was officially opened by the President of the Republic of Angola, João Lourenço, and convened ministers alongside senior…
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,…
What Trade-Offs Must Africa Consider Between Space Security and Global Cooperation?
Once dominated by a handful of superpowers, the global space industry is now witnessing the emergence of new entrants, including African nations. Countries such as Nigeria, South Africa, Ethiopia, and Egypt are making significant advancements in satellite technology, earth observation, and space research. However, as Africa ventures into this high-stakes field, it must navigate a delicate balance…
Space Systems for African Solutions: The Airbus Partnership Blueprint
Stéphane Vesval, Senior VP and Head of Sales for Space Systems at Airbus Defence and Space, discusses the company’s long-standing engagement in Africa during the 2025 NewSpace Africa Conference
The African space sector is witnessing significant advancements, driven by institutional and commercial initiatives. Governments and private entities across the continent are increasingly investing…
Ongoing Satellite and Ground Segment Projects in Africa
The recently held 2025 NewSpace Africa Conference provided a platform for heads of space agencies in Africa to share insights into their countries’ ongoing satellite and ground segment projects. The discussions reflected a growing focus and investment in space-based infrastructure to support national development goals. This article outlines some key project insights shared, offering a snapshot of…
Who Manufactured Africa’s 65 Satellites?
African Satellites 2025. Source: Space in Africa
Satellites have become key assets for governments globally in shaping national development agendas such as resource management and enhancing security through satellite data insights. In Africa, the rapid growth of satellite development reflects this strategic importance, as 65 African satellites have been launched into orbit as of…
Guinea and Chinese Firm Discuss Potential Satellite Project To Enhance Digital Connectivity
Guinea's Minister of Posts, Telecommunications, and the Digital Economy, Mrs Rose Pola Pricemou, in discussions with AirSat Technology Group for the development of the country's satellite project. Source:Ministère des Postes,Télécommunications et de l'Economie Numérique, Guinea
On January 25, Guinea’s Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Digital Economy welcomed a delegation from…