Space Exploration & Science Missions   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Space Defense & Militarization  
SpaceWatch Global • Judith Delany

Apophis 2029: DART, Hera and RAMSES showcase how planetary defence is maturing

With asteroid Apophis approaching Earth in 2029, DART, Hera and RAMSES are highlighted as key efforts demonstrating how science, enabling technologies and international cooperation are moving planetary defence from concept to capability. The cluster frames coordinated missions as proof of improved detection-to-response readiness.

2026-07-06T01:31:47.058566-07:00
Satellite   Africa   Commercial Space   Space Policy & International Cooperation  
SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

The Africa-Europe Space Partnership Program has Unveiled a New Africa-Europe New Space EO Initiative

By SpaceWatch Global: The Africa-Europe Space Partnership Program (AESPP) has announced a New Space Partnership for EO Mission, a new Africa-Europe initiative to develop a scalable Earth Observation mission with the potential to deliver tangible socio-economic benefits across the African continent.

2026-07-06T00:51:29.858797-07:00
Satellite   Space Force   Defense Budgets & Spending   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Space Defense & Militarization   Policy & Regulation  
SpaceNews.com • Sandra Erwin

GAO flags satellite costs, launch risks in Space Force portfolio

By SpaceNews.com: WASHINGTON — The U.S. Space Force has earned a reputation inside the Pentagon for moving faster than traditional military acquisition programs. But a new government watchdog report suggests some space procurements continue to confront many of the same problems that have plagued defense acquisitions for decades.

2026-07-04T03:24:42.072203-07:00