African states invest around $500 million in space programmes annually, a figure expected to reach around $40 billion by 2030. With a number of initiatives already in place, the continent is seeking a seat at the table when it comes to international decisions on space exploration and equal access to the development of technology.
Across Africa, national space budgets have grown to $800 million (€702 million), up from less than $300 million (€258 milion) in 2018.
