The education initiative from primary to specialized levels was developed in collaboration with NOVA Space.
Space Network, one of the fastest growing global platforms for space professionals and businesses, has launched Space Network. Africa is an initiative aimed at accelerating Africa's role in the global space industry. The announcement took place during the Space Symposium held in Colorado Springs from April 7-10.
Africa's youthful, tech-savvy population (over 60% are under 25) – Space Network | Africa is looking to capitalize on the continent's undeveloped potential in talent, innovation and natural resources. The initiative supports economic development, technological advancement and education, positioning Africa as a competitive advantage in the global space economy.
“We're excited to announce that Space Network Chief Operating Officer Ross Hamilton has been a great success,” said: “Starting Space Network | Africa is transforming for the continent. We aim to cultivate a vibrant, sustainable, impactful space economy by integrating talent and resources from across the continent.
The initiative plans to establish a dynamic market that connects African universities, startups, research institutions, investors and space institutions with global partners. Key components include pan-African space incubators, regional innovation clusters, and strategic collaborations with international organizations. Space Network | Africa also aims to strengthen global South-North ties and fill innovation and investment.
Space Network's newly appointed hub manager, Thabo Kupa | Africa said: “Our ambitions are bold, but our approach is focused. Space Network | We are dedicated to accelerating Africa's commercial spatial capabilities by establishing space network | establishing Africa, fostering regional clusters, working together in policy and regulatory frameworks, and attracting global investment.”
Additionally, Space Network | Africa's Education Initiative aims to create a continuous pipeline of talent, leading to professional development all the way to primary education. The initial programme includes online education modules developed in a strategic partnership with NOVA space, along with in-person pilot projects in schools in Kenya, Ghana and South Africa, to embrace local, cultural and linguistic needs to create a comprehensive platform across Africa.
Alan Okos, the leading educational programme, said: “Our educational initiative is aimed at inspiring Africans of all ages, from school children to space experts. By linking global expertise with local contexts, African youths have a dynamic career in the global space economy.”
“We're committed to providing a range of services to our customers,” said Joseph Horvath, co-founder and CEO of Nova Space Inc. “Nova Space is excited to partner with Space Network to provide high-quality space training and to support the growth of Africa's emerging space workforce.
Space Network | The program focused on African innovation is aimed at bridging education and industry and providing hands-on experience through satellite builds, innovation bootcamps and entrepreneurship competitions. Notable projects include collaborations with the Cube SAT maker of the multi-country satellite design program, the Regional Space Grant Consortium and the upcoming “Space for Africa Challenge,” leading to the pitch at the first Pan Africa Space Summit in 2026.
“We're committed to providing a range of services to our customers,” said Kwaku Sumah, Innovation Leader and CEO, SpaceHubs Africa. “The collaboration with Space Network | Africa will rapidly expand innovative opportunities across the continent and inspire the next generation of African entrepreneurs in the space industry.”
Space Network | The African Secretariat, co-chaired by Ross Hamilton and Tabo Kupa, will work with Alan Okos (Education), Kwak Suma (Innovation), and Joshua Kishiangani to manipulate strategic direction and programme delivery. Founded Space Network | African ambassadors include former Kenya ambassadors, The Hague, Margaret WN Shava and well-known venture capitalist Eric Ossiakwan.
Space Network CEO and founder Andy Campbell has expressed his enthusiasm for the landmark launch. “We are absolutely delighted to announce the creation of the Space Network.
