#FirstpostAfrica: Africa has officially launched its first continental space agency in Cairo — a major step in the continent’s growing space ambitions. The African Space Agency, established under the African Union, will coordinate national space programs, launch satellites, and improve climate and weather monitoring. With over 60 satellites launched by 18 African countries so far — all from outside the continent — this agency marks a turning point. From boosting disaster response to building dat

Sian Proctor became the first African American woman to pilot a spacecraft, in 2021. She spoke at the LEAP technology conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, about what space exploration can do for Earth. Sponsored by Saudi Tourism | CNN Travel