African Women in Space Conference 2027
Building Africa's space and geospatial ecosystem alongside
A movement, not a moment
To inspire, prepare and accelerate African women into leadership, entrepreneurship and decision-making across the space and geospatial ecosystem through education, capacity development, partnerships, innovation and advocacy.
Inspire
Spark awareness and interest in space and geospatial careers among girls and women across Africa.
Prepare
Build technical skills, mentorship and confidence for the sector's next generation of leaders.
Accelerate
Move women into founder, executive and decision-making roles across the value chain.
Amplify
Scale visibility, advocacy and policy influence to shift the sector for the long term.
The Conference is one moment on that journey; our Leadership Academy, fellowships, mentorship and chapter programmes run year-round across the continent.
Upcoming events
Conferences, chapter meetups and gatherings you can register for right now.
Two days that redefine what's possible
The African Women in Space Conference brings together the continent's boldest voices in space and geospatial innovation for two days of ideas, connection and momentum in the heart of Nairobi.
This year's theme, Beyond Limits, Beyond Borders, is a call to push past the barriers that have long kept women out of decision-making rooms, from funding tables to mission control.
Expect keynotes from sector leaders, hands-on workshops, live mentorship and a room full of the people building Africa's next chapter in space.
Date
25–26 March 2027 · 8:00 AM
Venue
Argyle Grand Hotel, Nairobi
Format
In-person + livestream
Launching Her. Elevating Africa.
AWIS is a pan-African movement uniting women across the space and geospatial value chain, through mentorship, school and university outreach, hackathons and policy advocacy that turn talent into leadership.
- A pan-African movement uniting women across the space and geospatial value chain
- Mentorship, outreach, hackathons and policy advocacy under one roof
- Two days of keynotes, workshops and networking in Nairobi, with a global livestream
Built for every seat at the table
Students
Explore career paths across the space and geospatial sector.
Professionals
Sharpen skills and connect with peers shaping the industry.
Entrepreneurs
Meet investors and partners ready to back your venture.
Educators
Bring new pathways and partnerships back to your classroom.
Policymakers
Shape the policy that unlocks Africa's space economy.
Allies & Partners
Support the pipeline turning talent into leadership.
Six reasons to be in the room
Build Your Network
Connect with peers, mentors and collaborators from across the continent.
Learn From Leaders
Keynotes and panels from the women leading space agencies, startups and research institutions across Africa.
Hands-On Workshops
Technical bootcamps and skills labs led by working practitioners.
Mentorship & Careers
1:1 mentorship rounds and career conversations with industry leaders.
Funding & Partnerships
Meet investors and partners backing women-led ventures.
Youth & Girls Outreach
Programming dedicated to inspiring the next generation.
Fund the pipeline. Shape the future.
AWISC runs on the organizations that believe in it. Choose the track that fits how you want to show up.
Sponsorship
Sponsor AWISC
Put your brand in front of Africa's space and geospatial leaders, policymakers, agency directors and investors, while directly funding the programs that build the pipeline.
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Partnership
Become a Partner
From in-kind support and logistics to media reach and access, there are several ways for organizations to plug into the ecosystem beyond cash sponsorship.
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Put your organization on the floor
Book a booth at AWISC and showcase your innovations, services and partnerships to the continent's space and geospatial community.
- A dedicated exhibition zone open across both conference days
- In front of policymakers, space agencies, investors and innovators
- Booth packages for local and international organizations
However you pay, you're covered
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