Space
science
and
technology
The Malawi Space Agency (MSA) strives for advancements in space technology and satellite development towards contributing to the Malawi’s socio-economic development and scientific progress
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Ultimate of MW2063
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Urban
Planning
and
Management
Malawi is among the fast-urbanising countries in the world that hinders the creation of an enabling environment for the attainment of sustainable urbanization Read more
Disaster
Management
In Malawi, disasters such as floods and droughts are the most frequently occurring natural hazards which undermine the efforts towards the achievement of the Malawi 2063 (MW2063) agenda
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Irrigation
Geospatial application in irrigation supports water resource management for diversified, economically sound and sustainable irrigation and drainage systems under organized small holder and estate management
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Plantations
Earth observation data acquired through satellite or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) play a critical role in monitoring plantation and estimate potential crop shortfalls early
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Small-scale Agriculture
Agriculture is a crucial sector worldwide for sustainable development, poverty reduction, and food security. The Malawi’s economy is heavily skewed towards the agriculture sector
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About Us

The Malawi Space Agency (MSA) was established in 2023 under the Communications Act, 2016 to oversee all the operational aspects of space activities in Malawi. This initiative is in line with the Malawi 2063 Agenda under Pillar 2 where the Promotion of Research, Science Technology, and Innovation has been given priority. It also provides alternate services to assist realization of pillar one and three which looks at agriculture commercialization and urbanization respectively. The foundation principles of the Agency include: promoting research and development in space science and technology; developing and maintaining a robust space industry with services and applications that support national interest; responsible use of space environment ensuring that all activities and programs are in accordance with the law and international regulations and treaties; regulating space industry with openness, transparency, and predictability to maintain and maximize benefits of space technology for all citizens and co-operation with other administrations and international organizations on the use of space technology. The key operational areas and management of the MSA are the Earth Observation (Natural Resources Management, Environment Monitoring, Disaster Management; Agricultural applications, Urban and Land Use Planning and Management); Space engineering (Communications, Navigation) and Security Applications (border encroachment, Lake activity monitoring etc.).

Mission

To leverage the potential of space for transformed socio-economic development

Vision

A National Space Capacity that promotes science, technology, research and innovation to achieve a sustainable socio-economic development by 2063.