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SANSA was created to promote the use of space and strengthen cooperation in space-related activities while fostering research in space science, advancing scientific engineering through developing human capital, and supporting industrial development in space technologies.
The South African Government recognises the potential role of space science and technology to deliver on a wide spectrum of our national priorities including job creation, poverty reduction, resource management and rural development. Given …
About - SANSA
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) came into being in December 2010, but South Africa’s involvement with space research and activities started many decades earlier with helping early international space efforts in the second half of the 20th century, and observing the Earth’s magnetic field at stations around Southern Africa.
Overview - SANSA
SANSA was created to promote the use of space and strengthen cooperation in space-related activities while fostering research in space science, advancing scientific engineering through developing human capital, and supporting industrial development in space technologies.
What’s trending in South African Space - SANSA
Feb 7, 2022 · South African space technology continues to make waves in the national space industry with innovative inventions and specialised ground space stations. Construction of the world’s largest radio telescope in South Africa- the Square Kilometre Array – is due to start in February this year.
History - SANSA
Since the advent of the space age in 1957, South Africa has established a reputation for accuracy and reliability in the international space community. Today, SANSA is using the benefits of space science and technology to help grow and develop the African region.
NASA and SANSA Sign Agreement to Establish Antenna Facility for …
Oct 11, 2024 · Hartebeesthoek, South Africa — The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) today announced the signing of a significant agreement with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), marking a major milestone in South Africa’s participation in international space programs.
SANSA - Research Portal
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) contributes to global space research through high-impact collaborative research and development ensuring South Africa is recognised as a leader in space science and technology.
The repositioning of the South African Space Programme during the coming five-year term is to be pursued in accordance with the SANSA vision of developing “an integrated National Space Capability that responds to socio-economic challenges in Africa …
South Africa Joins China’s International Lunar Research Station
Sep 8, 2023 · On the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations establishment between China and South Africa, South Africa’s formal entry of ILRS Cooperation indicates that China-South Africa cooperation has been extended from near-earth space to the moon and deep space beyond.