Afronautica
South African National Space Agency (SANSA)
Country: 
South Africa
Active: Yes
Details
Native Name: South African National Space Agency
Abbreviation: SANSA
Founding Year: 2010
Description:
Established in 2010, SANSA coordinates all space-related activities in South Africa, focusing on using space to benefit society and the environment. Its key areas include Earth observation, space weather, and satellite communication, with a mission to support sustainable development and grow the local space industry.
Headquarters Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Mission Statement: To deliver space-related services and products to the citizens of South Africa and the region; support, guide and conduct research and development in space science and engineering, and the practical application of the innovations they generate; stimulate interest in science and develop human capacity in space science and technologies in South Africa; create an environment that promotes industrial development; and nurture space-related partnerships to enhance South Africa's standing in the community of nations.
