Nigeria Space Agency Conference - AFRICA SPACE ECONOMY, INNOVATION & COMMUNICATION CONFERENCE 2026 (ASEICC)

Conference Highlights

Why Attend?

Explore Africa’s Growing Space Economy +

Engage directly with CEOs, founders, policy makers and global decision-makers. Build partnerships that accelerate growth and innovation. Learn how Africa is positioning itself in the $500B+ global space economy..
Strategic Partnerships & Collaborations +

Build cross-border collaborations between governments, universities, research institutions, and private companies.
Investment & Funding Opportunities +

Meet investors, founders and decision-makers in curated networking sessions. Connect with venture capitalists, government agencies, and development partners funding space and ICT projects.
Gain actionable insights for your organization +

Walk away with strategies and partnerships you can implement immediately. Be part of the conversation defining Africa’s role in the global space and innovation ecosystem.

Participants & Stakeholders

Upstream (Space Technology & Manufacturing) +
- Directors General (DGs) and CEOs of African Space Agencies and emerging space nations leading strategic decisions and shaping national space programs.
- Executives from leading global space companies involved in satellite manufacturing, launch systems, propulsion technologies, and avionics.
- Founders and executives of innovative space technology startups developing next-generation satellites, subsystems, and breakthrough space innovations.
- Subsystem manufacturers and component providers specializing in satellite hardware, payloads, and launch infrastructure.
- Local and international space companies contributing to the development, production, and integration of space systems.
Midstream (Operations, Data & Communications) +
- Leaders of global satellite operators and space network owners managing satellite constellations, communication networks, and ground segment operations.
- Ground segment operators and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) delivering infrastructure, network solutions, and satellite data transmission services.
- Satellite and Earth Observation program leaders specializing in remote sensing, geospatial analytics, and advanced imaging technologies.
- GIS, geospatial, and GNSS companies providing mapping, spatial intelligence, navigation, positioning, and value-added geospatial services.
- Space communication providers driving innovation in satellite communications, broadband connectivity, and global communication networks.
- Data centers, cloud, and computational infrastructure providers supporting the storage, processing, and management of space and geospatial data.
- IoT, AI, and robotics solution providers integrating advanced technologies with space applications to enable intelligent systems.
Downstream (Applications, Users, Investment & Media) +
- Clients and end-users of space data and services leveraging satellite intelligence for commercial, environmental, and socio-economic applications.
- Leading institutional investors and venture capital firms supporting the growth and commercialization of space technologies.
- Senior leaders from international development organizations driving science, innovation, and communication initiatives through space technologies.
- First Ministers and government leaders shaping national and regional space policies and strategies.
- Media and communication organizations covering developments in space, innovation, and emerging technologies at national and international levels.

ASEICC 2026 Program Sessions

Hall A – High-Level Strategic & Policy Forum +
Focus: Continental leadership, strategic policy, digital sovereignty, and high-level partnerships.

Expected Outcome: Align African space leaders, formalize priority programs, strengthen continental cooperation, and enable public–private partnerships.
- A-01: Africa Space Leaders High-Level Meeting – Continental Policy & Strategic Alignment
- A-02: Continental Policy, Digital Sovereignty & Innovation Strategy
- A-03: Strategic Dialogue: International Partnerships & Continental Cooperation
- A-04: Panel: Innovation Adoption in Africa – AI, EO & Satellite Applications
- A-05: Interactive Roundtable: Continental Space Programs – Alignment & MoUs
- A-06: Poster / Lightning Session: Policy & Governance Innovations
- A-07: Strategic Dialogue: Space Programs & Financing
- A-08: VVIP Roundtable: Continental Collaboration & MoUs
- A-09: Policy Case Study: Satellite Governance & Licensing
- A-10: High-Level Panel: Public-Private Partnerships for African Space Programs
- A-11: Roundtable: Regional Coordination & Continental Standards
- A-12: Closing Synthesis & Strategic Recommendations
Hall B – GIS, Geospatial Intelligence & Earth Observation +
Focus: GIS, Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT), Earth Observation, spatial analytics, and digital geospatial transformation.

Expected Outcome: Promote adoption of GIS and EO for planning, security, climate resilience, agriculture, and infrastructure.
- B-01: GIS & Geospatial Intelligence for National Development
- B-02: Earth Observation & Satellite Data Applications in Africa
- B-03: GIS & Earth Observation for Sustainable Urban Development
- B-04: Geospatial Intelligence for Regional Development
- B-05: AI in Geospatial Analytics & Spatial Data Science
- B-06: Remote Sensing & Climate Monitoring Systems
- B-07: Women in Geospatial & Earth Observation Leadership
- B-08: Youth Engagement in GIS & Spatial Technologies
- B-09: Panel: Geospatial Intelligence for Agriculture, Health & Security
- B-10: Workshop: Practical GIS & EO Tools for Urban Planning
- B-11: Roundtable: African Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI)
- B-12: Demo Session: Innovative GIS & Geospatial Tech Startups
Hall C – Media, Communication & Creative Industry +
Focus: Strategic communication, storytelling, broadcasting, film, publishing, and public engagement.

Expected Outcome: Strengthen Africa’s space communication ecosystem and promote awareness and partnerships.
- C-01: Space Media & Strategic Communication
- C-02: Digital Storytelling & AI-Driven Media
- C-03: Space Journalism & Science Reporting
- C-04: Space Movies & Film Showcase
- C-05: Space Magazine & Publishing
- C-06: Broadcasting & Space Innovation Coverage
- C-07: Youth, Influencers & STEM Engagement
- C-08: Space Podcasts & Digital Content Creation
- C-09: Combating Misinformation in Space & Tech
- C-10: Creative Industry & Space Branding
- C-11: Media Partnerships & Strategic MoUs
- C-12: Africa’s Space Communication Roadmap
Hall D – AI, Data & Emerging Technologies +
Focus: AI, digital transformation, drones, satellite applications, and emerging technologies.
- D-01: AI & Emerging Technologies
- D-02: Digital Economy & Connectivity
- D-03: Drone Technology & UAV Applications
- D-04: Space Ports & African Launch Infrastructure
- D-05: Women in Space & Innovation
- D-06: Youth Engagement & Mentorship
- D-07: Panel: AI for Agriculture, Health & Climate
- D-08: Workshop: Drone & UAV Operations
- D-09: Lightning Talks: Data Analytics & Cybersecurity
- D-10: Case Study: AI Adoption in EO
- D-11: Roundtable: Digital Infrastructure & Policy
- D-12: Demo Session: Innovative AI & Tech Startups
Hall E – Trade, Investment & FinTech +
Focus: Investment, financial innovation, and space-enabled economic growth.
- E-01: Trade, Investment & Public-Private Partnerships
- E-02: FinTech & Space-Enabled Financial Services
- E-03: Innovation Adoption – AI, EO & Satellite Applications
- E-04: Continental Space Programs Roundtable
- E-05: Policy & Governance Innovations
- E-06: International Partnerships Dialogue
- E-07: Financing Satellite EO Projects
- E-08: Venture Capital & Private Sector Investments
- E-09: Investment Incentives for Space Startups
- E-10: Blockchain in Space Economy
- E-11: Cross-Border Investment Models
- E-12: Investment Roadmap for African Space Programs
Hall F – Earth Observation & Sector Applications +
- F-01: Agriculture & Food Security via EO
- F-02: Oil, Gas & Energy Applications
- F-03: Mining & Resource Exploration via EO
- F-04: Disaster Monitoring & Flood Management
- F-05: EO Applications for Climate Resilience
- F-06: Big Data & Remote Sensing Analytics
- F-07: EO for Urban & Rural Planning
- F-08: EO for Water Resources Management
- F-09: Sector-Specific EO Strategies
- F-10: EO Solutions for Energy & Mining
- F-11: Poster Session: EO Innovations
- F-12: Closing Synthesis & Policy Recommendations
Hall G – Space Science & Engineering +
- G-01: Satellite Systems & Astrodynamics
- G-02: Materials & Space Manufacturing
- G-03: Space Power & Propulsion
- G-04: Small Satellites & CubeSats
- G-05: Lunar Missions
- G-06: Commercial Space Systems for Emerging Markets
- G-07: CubeSat Design & Operations Workshop
- G-08: Propulsion & Power Systems Lightning Talks
- G-09: Lunar Mission Feasibility Case Study
- G-10: Collaborative Satellite Manufacturing
- G-11: Space Tech for Energy, Mining & Agriculture
- G-12: Poster Session: Space System Innovations
Hall H – Education, Outreach & Society +
- H-01: Space Education & STEM Outreach
- H-02: Women Leadership & Gender Equity
- H-03: Youth Panel & Entrepreneurship
- H-04: Emerging Space Innovation Hubs
- H-05: African Space Startups & Incubators
- H-06: Capacity Building Workshop
- H-07: STEM Education Innovations
- H-08: Youth-Led Space Projects
- H-09: Mentorship & Career Pathways
- H-10: STEM & Entrepreneurship Poster Session
- H-11: Women-Led Space Initiatives
- H-12: Education & Social Impact Strategies
Hall I – Special / VVIP +
- I-01: High-Level VVIP Session – Partnerships & MoUs
- I-02: Unified Continental Space Program Agenda
- I-03: Gala Awards & Recognition
- I-04: Closed-Door Roundtable: Strategic Investments
- I-05: Panel: African Space Leaders Recognition
- I-06: Poster / Lightning Session: VVIP Initiatives
- I-07: Strategic Dialogue: Continental Programs
- I-08: High-Level Networking Session
- I-09: Panel: Financing Africa’s Space Ambitions
- I-10: Roundtable: Regional Cooperation
- I-11: Showcase: Award-Winning Innovations
- I-12: Closing Ceremony & Strategic Announcements

2. Networking With Global Leaders

Meet policymakers, scientists, investors, entrepreneurs, and innovators shaping the future of space and communications.

4. Policy & Regulation Insights

Understand how space policies, regulations, and partnerships affect business, innovation, and economic growth in Africa.

5. Boosting ICT & Communication Systems

Learn how space technology can strengthen connectivity, broadband, and communication infrastructure across Africa.

AFRICA SPACE ECONOMY, INNOVATION & COMMUNICATION CONFERENCE

Theme: Harnessing Space Economy, Driving Innovation, Connecting Africa’s Future

Organized by the Nigeria Space Agency - NASRDA

Adebayo John Alfonso

Dr. Matthew Olumide Adepoju

Mrs Nkechi Jane Egerton-idehen

Debra Bilikha

Andreas Wiegand

Dr Aminou Mal Adji

Adetokunbo Ogundeyin

Aarti Holla-Maini

Clay Mowry

Aya Collins

Dr. Marlene M. Losier

C S T Moleele

Imane El Khantouti

About The Conference

“Organised by the Nigeria Space Agency - NASRDA"

Conference Highlights

Why Attend?

Participants & Stakeholders

ASEICC 2026 Program Sessions

Chief Host

Dr. Matthew Adepoju

Special Guest of Honour

Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh (SAN)

3,000

50+

30

1. Explore Africa’s Growing Space Economy

2. Networking With Global Leaders

3. Investment & Funding Opportunities

4. Policy & Regulation Insights

5. Boosting ICT & Communication Systems

6. Capacity Building & Skills Development

7. Strategic Partnerships & Collaborations

8. Shaping the Future of Africa in Space

9. Showcasing African Talent & Startups

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Harnessing Space Economy, Driving Innovation, Connecting Africa’s Future