Description
Africa faces complex security challenges that hinder its socio-economic progress. The utilization of space resources presents a novel and effective means to address these issues, offering solutions ranging from enhanced surveillance and monitoring to improved communication infrastructure and disaster response capabilities. This article discusses the significant potential of space-based technologies to strengthen security measures across the continent. It also examines the challenges that impede the full deployment of these resources, such as high costs, limited technical expertise, regulatory gaps, and reliance on foreign partnerships. By analysing both the prospects and challenges, the article underscores the importance of regional collaboration, policy development, capacity-building, and public-private partnerships as pathways to leverage space resources for a more secure and resilient Africa.
