What Happened
From Policy To Practice In African Space Development
The Africa Space Expo in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, showcased the continent’s growing space ambitions, with a focus on using space technology for food security, climate resilience, and territorial monitoring. Ghana’s space programme, which dates back to 1961, is a key example of this trend, with the country’s National Space Policy approved in 2022 and a dedicated space agency established in 2025. However, the country still faces significant challenges in developing its own space capabilities, including limited investment and manufacturing capacity. The expo was reported by Al Jazeera.