National Space Conference 2024 - Special session

This resource contains the materials presented during the Special Session on International collaboration for sustainable development goals at the National Space Conference.  Session description This session explored how international collaboration in space missions and data sharing can contribute to achieving global development goals, such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Speakers highlighted the importance of partnerships between space agencies, governments, and organisations to address societal challenges.  Moderators • Tumisang Modiole, Acting Chief Director, DSI  Speakers • Shared economic and social development through strategic multilateral arrangements – Mr Tinyiko Ntshongwana, DSI • Multilateralism: the focal point of South Africa's foreign policy and African Renaissance – Mr Harvey Short, DIRCO • Leveraging global and regional partnerships for collaboration in space science and innovation – Dr Mmboneni Muofhe, DSI • Positioning space science and technology as the main driver of Africa's development – Mr Humbulani Mudau, SANSA • Remarks by African Heads of Space Agencies