African Women in Space Conference (AWISC 2025)
Reaching for the Stars for Africa's Development
About this edition
Hosted by Women in Space Kenya ~ this marked the flagship project of African Women in Space and it brought together founders, mentors and policymakers to confront the pipeline-into-leadership gap head-on, with a program built around mentorship, technical skills and investor access.
- Keynotes from sector leaders across the space and geospatial value chain
- Hands-on technical workshops and mentorship rounds
- Investor and partner matchmaking sessions
Date
November 2025 · Nairobi, Kenya
Venue
Strathmore University
What to expect
Day 1
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.
Day 2
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.
Become a partner
From in-kind support to media partnerships, there are several ways organizations can partner with AWIS beyond sponsorship.
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