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Africa faces numerous challenges relating to good governance due to its vast and diverse landscape, as well as its history. This book explores the role of space-based applications in supporting African good governance by strengthening civil society, bolstering democratic processes and advancing socio-economic development. The increased use of such applications can accelerate Africa's progress towards the United Nations Agenda 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, as well as the African Union's Agenda 2063 aspirations.
The SpaceLab has attracted very talented and inspirational students. Many have moved on in world out there, but they remain a part of the UCT and SpaceLab community.
As the outer space environment becomes increasingly complex as new and different types of space actors gain access, it remains crucial to understand how well advanced, intermediate, and emerging space nations follow international space law and norms. The publication by David Lindgren (UCT Spacelab alumni) presents a framework to assess the compliance of these actors with space-related treaties, principles, resolutions, and guidelines adopted within the United Nations and similar international bodies. By examining a select group of case studies, the framework serves as a useful tool for policymakers and other interested stakeholders to identify specific areas in which space nations may improve their adherence with international space law and norms.
The 2020 Frank J. Malina Astronautics Medal has been presented annually since 1986 to educators who have demonstrated excellence in taking the fullest advantage of the resources available to them to promote the study of astronautics and related space sciences.
Professor Peter Martinez dedication to the Space Industry and UCT SpaceLab have certainly not gone unnoticed. The award shows the recognition and appreciation that everyone at the IAF and in the Space Industry have for his work.