Cairo Hosts Groundbreaking Launch of Africa's First Space Agency by the African Union

The African Union has launched its inaugural African Space Agency (AfSA) in Cairo, reflecting Europe’s forward-thinking approach and highlighting Africa's growing ambitions in space endeavors. AfSA aims to unify efforts among its 55 member nations, promoting global partnerships. Initial collaborations with the European Space Agency and the UAE Space Agency will prioritize climate observation and satellite advancements. Although numerous countries possess satellites, none have achieved crewed spaceflights, positioning AfSA as vital for Africa’s technological advancement and future in space exploration.