Africa’s Progress towards Human & Robotic Space Exploration

What does Africa stand to gain from human and robotic space exploration? This series will tackle each of these developmental nodes in turn, and provide a content-rich overview on the African human and robotic space exploration journey. Below is the first part of a nine-part article on this subject.

InsightMarco Romero and Ruvimbo Samanga26 December 2020space science, space exploration, robotic, STEM, SDGsComment

The Europe - Africa connection in space - Part 2

The ties between Europe and Africa are numerous. The close and complicated historical, cultural and geographical ties colour the backdrop of cooperation and collaboration. How has this partnership developed, and what are the bonds created in space? Part two takes a look at space science and funding.

Satellite Communication, SatCom, InsightKwaku Sumah9 October 2020europe, africa, eu, au, satellite communication, space science, astronomyComment

The need for space science education in Africa

There is a need for space science education and awareness for school children at primary levels of study (ages 4-15) across the continent. This approach, though long-term, is essential and imperative in this 21st century where government agencies and private companies are considering permanent lunar missions. It may also be the only way to avoid Africa being left behind.