Technical Advisory Mission on Space Law in Accra
Benedicta Woode News June 25, 2025

Ghana Advances Toward National Space Law with UN Support

Ghana has taken a bold step forward in shaping its future in space. From 17–19 June 2025, the Ghana Space Science and Technology Institute (GSSTI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI), hosted a Technical Advisory Mission (TAM) on Space Law in Accra.

Organized with support from the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and the Government of France, the mission brought global legal experts to assist Ghana in drafting its national space law and aligning with international space treaties. Topics included:

  • Core space law principles and treaty ratification
  • Establishing a national space registry and licensing framework
  • Mitigation of space debris and sustainable space practices
  • Laying the legal foundation for the Ghana Space Agency

International Space Law

Over 40 experts and stakeholders from across government, academia, and industry contributed to shaping a sustainable legal framework that ensures Ghana remains a responsible, forward-looking spacefaring nation. This initiative is a major milestone in Ghana’s journey toward unlocking opportunities in the global space economy.

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