Rwanda Space Agency | Company Profile

Overview:

Rwanda Space Agency (RSA) was established in 2020 and is headquartered in Kigali, Rwanda’s capital. The agency is responsible for building Rwanda’s space sector as a driver of innovation and socio-economic growth.

Mission:

To use space science and technology to improve lives, support development, and strengthen Rwanda’s position in the global space community.

What We Do:

• Advise the government on space policy and strategy
• Regulate and coordinate national space activities
• Build local skills and capacity in space sciences
• Promote research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the sector
• Apply space solutions to key areas like agriculture, urban planning, environment, and disaster response.

Key Projects:

• Teleport & Ground Station: enables satellite communication, internet connectivity, and supports global space operations.
• GeoHub: Rwanda’s national geospatial data platform, used for agriculture, urban planning, forestry, and so on.
• Rwanda Climate Observatory (with AGAGE station): monitors atmospheric greenhouse gases, ozone-depleting substances, and air pollutants. Insights are shared with regional and international partners, informing decision makers and contributing to Earth Sciences.

Partnerships:

RSA works with various regional and international partners, including international organizations, space agencies, and private companies in different space areas, spanning capacity building, manufacturing, and so on.

Leadership:

RSA is led by CEO Gaspard Twagirayezu, who is driving the next phase of Rwanda’s space journey through skills development and global collaboration.