RASCOM made a strong and strategic appearance at the official opening of the 2025 NewSpace Africa Conference, in Cairo. The high-level event, organised by Space in Africa, is widely regarded as the continent’s premier gathering for stakeholders in the space and satellite industry.
Leading the RASCOM delegation were the organisation’s Chairperson, Madam Judith Yuh Sunday Achidi (Mrs), and Director General, Mr. Timothy Ashong, who joined government representatives, industry leaders, and space innovators from across Africa and beyond for the opening ceremony.
In her remarks, Madam Judith Sunday emphasized RASCOM’s enduring mission to advance Africa’s space and satellite capabilities for inclusive development and sustainable progress.
“Africa must continue to take ownership of its space future. At RASCOM, we are proud to be part of the movement that ensures no country is left behind in accessing the opportunities that satellite technology presents,” she said.
“This conference provides a critical space—pun intended—for reflection, dialogue, and bold action that will shape our collective destiny in the global space arena.”
Director General Timothy Ashong echoed this sentiment, describing the NewSpace Africa Conference as a timely platform to forge strategic partnerships and harmonize efforts in the satellite sector.
“This is more than just a meeting of minds—it’s a call to action,” Mr. Ashong stated.
“We must work together as African stakeholders to ensure coordination, sustainability, and innovation drive our space agenda. RASCOM remains committed to leveraging our shared infrastructure and expertise to deliver connectivity and opportunity, especially to underserved populations across the continent.”
The 2025 edition of the NewSpace Africa Conference brought together a distinguished lineup of participants, including space agency heads, policymakers, private sector leaders, and academic experts.
As Africa’s pioneer intergovernmental satellite communications organization, RASCOM continues to lead efforts in providing affordable and accessible connectivity solutions for its member states. With a clear vision and renewed partnerships, the organisation is positioning Africa to play a stronger, more unified role in the global space economy.
“The future of Africa in space is bright—and it will be built by Africans, for Africans,” Madam Sunday affirmed.