Future African Space Explorer's STEM Academy

Future African Space Explorer's STEM Academy Our goal is to bring Space Exploration into the classroom as a gateway to STEM

Students are not the future of innovation alone, they are active contributors to it today. When young people are intenti...
18/06/2026

Students are not the future of innovation alone, they are active contributors to it today. When young people are intentionally engaged in innovation-driven initiatives, entire communities experience measurable forward momentum.

Through the Pathways to Space programme, learners are not only gaining exposure and practical experience from leading experts in space science and related disciplines, but are also stepping confidently into their own capacity as thinkers, designers, and problem-solvers. Their ideas are not secondary to the process they are central to it.

A powerful example of this engagement is reflected in the mission patch challenge. Students were tasked with translating their understanding of exploration, identity, and aspiration into visual mission insignia. The results demonstrate imagination, purpose, and a growing sense of ownership within the space sector narrative.

These mission patches are more than creative artefacts, they represent emerging voices in STEM who are beginning to define how they see exploration, both for themselves and for the continent.

At FASESA, this is precisely the objective: to cultivate environments where students are not passive recipients of knowledge, but active participants in shaping the future of space science and innovation.

The submitted mission patches below reflect that journey.



The Boeing Company

FASESA and The Boeing Company Pathways to Space is empowering the next generation of African scientists, engineers, inno...
10/06/2026

FASESA and The Boeing Company Pathways to Space is empowering the next generation of African scientists, engineers, innovators, and space professionals.

Through a multi-country STEM and space education initiative, the programme has already engaged thousands of young people across Ethiopia, South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and Tanzania, providing hands-on experiences in satellite design, high-altitude balloon missions, space mission simulations, and collaborative STEM challenges.

By equipping Africa’s youth with future-focused skills, knowledge, and inspiration, Pathways to Space is helping shape a generation ready to drive innovation, scientific advancement, and economic growth across the continent.


Pathways to Space 2026-The First African SpacesuitWe are proud to welcome Dr Amy Ross as our guest speaker for today's P...
02/06/2026

Pathways to Space 2026-The First African Spacesuit

We are proud to welcome Dr Amy Ross as our guest speaker for today's Pathways to Space session.

Dr. Ross has dedicated more than 20 years to NASA, specializing in pressure garment and spacesuit development. Throughout her distinguished career, she has served as Spacesuit Team Lead, Spacesuit Hardware Technology Development Lead, CxP Spacesuit System PGS Manager, and Space Launch Initiative Crew Escape Suit Engineering Lead.

Her extensive experience includes advanced planetary spacesuit development and testing, as well as contributions to Shuttle spacesuit gloves, launch and entry suit gloves, and STS-100 EVA tools.

Today, Dr. Ross is a member of the Mars Architecture Team, which is helping provide the critical information needed to guide key decisions for future human missions to Mars.

In today's exciting hands-on session, students will design and build their own DIY astronaut gloves while learning about the engineering challenges of protecting astronauts in space.

The winning design will earn a unique opportunity to be flown to the near-space environment aboard our high-altitude balloon mission during the graduation ceremony.



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Pathways to Space is more than a program, it's a movement. What began as a vision has grown into one of Africa's most im...
28/05/2026

Pathways to Space is more than a program, it's a movement.

What began as a vision has grown into one of Africa's most impactful space education initiatives, and we're just getting started.

In partnership with Boeing, FASESA has reached 4,500+ students across Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, and South Africa, connecting them to space science education, industry experts, and real career pathways in aerospace.

We are not simply bringing space into the classroom.

We are training the next generation of aerospace engineers, scientists, and innovators. We are connecting African talent to a rapidly expanding global industry. We are building a pipeline , one classroom, one student, one dream at a time.

Africa's contribution to the new space economy is not a question of if. It is a question of when, and we are committed to making that moment come sooner.

Thank you to The Boeing Company and every educator, partner, and student who is part of this journey. The best is yet to come.



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FASESA is honored to welcome Prof. Nik Moiseev, renowned Russian-American spacesuit designer, aerospace engineer, and co...
26/05/2026

FASESA is honored to welcome Prof. Nik Moiseev, renowned Russian-American spacesuit designer, aerospace engineer, and co-founder of Final Frontier Design, as a featured speaker for todays Pathways To Space session.

With more than two decades of experience in human spaceflight systems, Prof. Moiseev has contributed to some of the world’s most iconic spacesuit programs at Russia’s NPP Zvezda, including the Orlan extravehicular suit and the Sokol launch and re-entry suit, both successfully flown in space missions.

Prof. Moiseev is among the very few engineers globally to have worked across all currently operational spacesuit systems, including NASA’s EMU and ACES suits. His expertise in glove engineering and mobility joint systems earned international recognition through NASA’s Astronaut Glove Challenge, ultimately helping launch the pioneering commercial spacesuit company, Final Frontier Design.

Presentation Topic:
“Material Science for Extreme Environments”

Students will explore the advanced materials used in aerospace and spacesuit design, gaining insight into the science behind durability, flexibility, thermal insulation, and protection in some of the harshest environments known to humanity.

This session promises to provide a rare and inspiring opportunity for students to learn directly from one of the leading innovators shaping the future of commercial and planetary exploration.




The Boeing Company

Pathways to Space 2026 - The First African Spacesuit We are honored and excited to welcome Dr. Andrew Abercromby, Ph.D....
19/05/2026

Pathways to Space 2026 - The First African Spacesuit

We are honored and excited to welcome Dr. Andrew Abercromby, Ph.D. as our distinguished guest expert speaker for today's session of the Pathways to Space.

Dr. Abercromby is a biomedical engineer and scientist at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, where he leads the Human Physiology, Performance, Protection & Operations (H-3PO) Laboratory.

His work focuses on advancing human health, safety, and performance for space exploration missions.

This session will provide students and young innovators with a unique opportunity to learn from a leading expert shaping the future of human spaceflight.

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We are honored and excited to host Dr. Dava Newman as our distinguished guest speaker for today's Pathways to Space ses...
12/05/2026

We are honored and excited to host Dr. Dava Newman as our distinguished guest speaker for today's Pathways to Space session.

A globally respected aerospace engineer, innovator, and educator, Dr. Newman continues to inspire the next generation through her pioneering work in human space exploration, advanced spacesuit technologies, and STEM leadership.

We look forward to an engaging and inspiring session with one of the world’s leading voices in space exploration.



The Boeing Company

07/05/2026

FASESA & The Boeing Company Pathways to Space 2026 | The First African Spacesuit

We are honoured and excited to announce our distinguished guest expert speaker, Dava Newman, former Deputy Administrator of NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Dr. Newman is the Director of the MIT Media Lab and the Apollo Program Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

An internationally recognized aerospace engineer, she is widely known for her pioneering work in advanced spacesuit technology, including the groundbreaking BioSuit™ — a revolutionary “second-skin” spacesuit concept designed for planetary exploration.

From 2015 to 2017, Dr. Newman served as Deputy Administrator of NASA, helping shape the agency’s human spaceflight and exploration strategies during a transformative era for space exploration. Since joining MIT in 1993, she has mentored and inspired generations of engineers, scientists, and innovators across the globe.

A passionate advocate for innovation, sustainability, education, and inclusion, Dr. Newman continues to lead at the intersection of technology, design, and human exploration.

Session Topic: Introduction to Space Suit Technology
Date: 12 May 2026
Time: 3:00 PM SAST

Join us as we continue inspiring the next generation of African space explorers through Pathways to Space 2026 and our vision for The First African Spacesuit.



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Pathways to Space 2026 | The First African SpacesuitWe are honored and excited to announce today’s guest expert speaker:...
05/05/2026

Pathways to Space 2026 | The First African Spacesuit

We are honored and excited to announce today’s guest expert speaker:

Marlon Cox — Spacesuit Systems Engineer at NASA Johnson Space Center

Marlon is at the forefront of next-generation spacesuit innovation, working on advanced technologies that will enable astronauts to suit up rapidly and transition directly from the spacecraft to spacewalk operations. This capability is critical for the future of sustained human presence in space, especially as missions become more complex across low Earth orbit, the Moon, and beyond.

Today’s session offers a unique opportunity for our students and community to gain direct insight into how cutting-edge engineering is shaping the future of extravehicular activity (EVA). From design challenges to mission-readiness, this is where science meets real-world application.

At FASESA, we remain committed to building the African Artemis Generation, equipping young minds with the knowledge, exposure, and inspiration to participate meaningfully in the global space ecosystem.

Join us as we explore the future of human spaceflight, one suit at a time.



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28/04/2026

When school and home speak the same language, learning accelerates.That's exactly what we're seeing through FASESA & The Boeing Company Pathways to Space , a growing community where educators and parents are working together to ignite curiosity, confidence, and ambition in the next generation of African space explorers.

We deeply appreciate the support from dedicated educators and parents like Prof. Dejene from Arsi University Special Secondary School in Asella, Ethiopia. Partnerships like these are helping transform inspiration into real learning outcomes.

This is how we build the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators, together.

Here are a few reflections from students on the impact of Pathways to Space



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