Cairo Hosts Historic Inauguration of African Space Agency
Africa launched its official Space Agency in Cairo, marking a major step in continental space collaboration under the African Union’s 2016 policy.
Africa’s space aspirations have reached a significant milestone on April 20, 2025, with the inauguration of the African Space Agency (AfSA) at its headquarters in the Egyptian Space City, Cairo.
This event marks the culmination of efforts that began in January 2016, when the African Union Assembly adopted the African Space Policy and Strategy during its Twenty-sixth Ordinary Session, establishing the foundation for the continent’s coordinated approach to space activities.
The inauguration ceremony gathered distinguished representatives from the African Union Commission, various African governments, national space agencies, AfSA Council members, and international space organisations. This assembly of dignitaries underscores the continental and global significance of Africa’s advancement in space endeavours.
