The United States is expanding its space diplomacy in Africa, hosting the first U.S.-Africa Technical and Regulatory Space Training Meeting to foster independent and transparent space programs on the continent. This initiative aims to deepen cooperation on satellite governance and responsible space exploration, ahead of the NewSpace Africa Conference in April 2026.

• Over 60 satellites are currently in orbit across Africa, supporting various services.
• Senior Bureau Official (SBO) for African Affairs Ambassador Jonathan Pratt led the discussions, emphasizing the goal of empowering African nations.
• The meeting included representatives from space agencies in Kenya, Senegal, Angola, Mauritius, Djibouti, Nigeria, Botswana, Gabon, Ethiopia, Namibia, Rwanda, and Egypt.