Kenya has initiated formal steps to build a commercial spaceport for satellite launches by 2026, issuing Terms of Reference for transaction advisory services. This project, led by the Kenya Space Agency (KSA), aims to establish a launch facility near Kipini, capitalizing on Kenya's advantageous equatorial location.

• The Government seeks a transaction advisor to assess the project's feasibility under a Public–Private Partnership (PPP), with procurement closing on February 13, 2026.
• The proposed spaceport would address the high costs of transporting African-made satellites abroad for launch, as Africa currently lacks an active spaceport.
• This initiative is expected to attract international partnerships and private investors for various space-related commercial activities, including satellite deployment and climate monitoring.