African Women in Space Conference 2024
Launching the Movement
About this edition
The inaugural African Women in Space Conference launched the movement — convening the continent's first cohort of founders, mentors and students under one roof to start building the pipeline into leadership.
- The founding gathering of the AWIS community
- First cohort of mentorship pairings and chapter organizers
- Early conversations with space agencies and university partners
Date
April 2024 · Nairobi, Kenya
Venue
Nairobi, Kenya
What to expect
Registration & Welcome
Delegate check-in, welcome remarks and an opening keynote setting the tone for the conference.
Panels & Technical Sessions
Sector leaders and technical practitioners share insight across the space and geospatial value chain.
Networking Mixer
Structured networking for delegates, speakers and partners to connect ahead of day two.
Workshops & Mentorship
Hands-on technical workshops alongside 1:1 mentorship rounds with industry mentors.
Investor & Partner Sessions
Founder pitches, investor matchmaking and partnership conversations.
Awards & Closing Ceremony
Recognition of standout contributions to the sector and closing remarks.
Moments from the room
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