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The Inaugural Africa Space Law & Policy Conference

Thursday, May 28, 2026toFriday, May 29, 2026

The inaugural Africa Space Law & Policy Conference will take place on 28–29 May 2026 in Pretoria, bringing together policymakers, legal practitioners, academics, and industry leaders shaping Africa’s space sector.

Under the theme “Laying Firm Legal Foundations for the Sustainable Development of Africa’s Space Economy,” the conference will explore how international, regional, and national legal frameworks can support innovation, governance, and sustainable growth in Africa’s rapidly evolving space landscape.

It will be hosted by the University of Pretoria's Department of Public Law in collaboration with the Institute of Air and Space Law, and co-hosted by key national stakeholders including the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), the Department of Trade, Industry & Competition (DTIC), and the South African National Space Agency (SANSA).

Join us as we contribute to shaping the future of space law and policy on the African continent.

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