African-founded companies are at the forefront of satellite development on the continent.
These organizations are designing, building, and deploying satellites to address local challenges and promote technological advancement.
Here are the top 5 African-led satellite development companies:
— Astrofica Technologies (South Africa): A black-owned satellite technology company specializing in satellite consultancy, manufacturing, and testing systems for African and international clients.
— Space in Africa (Nigeria): A media, analytics, and consulting company focusing on the African space and satellite industry, providing strategic intelligence, market data, and policy advisory.
— Amini (Kenya): A startup using satellite imaging and AI to collect and analyze environmental data, offering new tools for smallholder farmers.
— AAC Space Africa (South Africa): Designs, builds, and delivers satellite systems and advanced radio communication solutions for the African market, strengthening the continent’s space capabilities.
— Kenya Space Agency (Kenya): A state corporation promoting, coordinating, and regulating space-related activities in Kenya, including the development and launch of satellites like TAIFA-1.
These African-founded and African-led organizations are leading the way in satellite development. By designing, deploying, and operating satellite systems, they address local challenges and advance space technology across the continent.
This ranking highlights African-founded or African-led companies actively engaged in satellite development.
Selection was based on their role in designing, building, and deploying satellites, as well as their impact on the African space industry.
Data was compiled from company reports and verified sources, updated August 2025.
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