SACSA STATEMENT
The South African Council for Space Affairs is established in terms of the Space Affairs Act, 1993 (Act No. 84 of 1993), as amended (The South African Council for Space Affairs is established in terms of the Space Affairs Act, 1993 (Act No. 84 of 1993), as amended (the Act), to manage and control space affairs in the Republic through implementing in the most effective and efficient manner, the Space Policy of the Republic and taking care of the interests, responsibilities and obligations of the State in terms of the international Treaties. The Council is thus expected to authorise, supervise and regulate all space related activities in the country to ensure orderly and responsible participation of all actors.
The following new members of the South African Council for Space Affairs has been appointed since 02 February 2026 for a period of three (3) years.
SACSA MEMBERS’ PROFILES
September 11, 2026
Adv. Luthando Simphiwe Mkumatela SACSA Chairperson Adv. Mkumatela (Chairperson) holds two master’s degrees in international law with specialization in Aviation & Space Law from McGill University in Canada & Russia,…
September 11, 2026
Dr Maria Ria Nonyana-Mokabane SACSA Vice-Chairperson Dr Nonyana-Mokabane (Vice-Chairperson) holds B Proc, LLB, LLM, and LLD. She currently serves as a Legal Advisor within Special Projects at the Black Economic…
September 11, 2026
Adv. Icho Kealotswe-Matlou Adv. Kealotswe-Matlou is an Advocate of the High Court. She possesses an LLB and LLM (Space Law). She served at the South African Air Force, Space Command…
September 11, 2026
Mr Sydney Linden Petzer Mr Petzer holds National Higher Diploma Management Practice, National Higher Diploma Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Radio Communications & Antenna Certifications. acted as the Lead Expert on…
September 11, 2026
Mr Kebeditswe Medupe Kebeditswe Medupe is a Council Member of the South African Council for Space Affairs (SACSA). He is a seasoned ICT, cybersecurity, digital transformation and technology governance professional…
September 11, 2026
Mr Shafique Amid Dean Allie Mr Allie is an Electrical Engineer, holds an MBA, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business. Administration and BSc in Electrical Engineering as well as Quality…
September 11, 2026
Mr Nhlanhla Michael Mabaso Mr Mabaso holds an MBA and BSc Computer Science Degree. He previously worked at various government organizations; as a General Manager at Armscor, DDG CIO at…
September 11, 2026
Dr. Reshma Mathura Dr Mathura has the following qualifications: Doctor of Business Leadership (DBL), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Post Graduate Diploma: Business Management (Postgrad Dip), Charted Accountant CA(SA) CTA…
September 11, 2026
Mr Vincent Molawa Ngoetjana Mr Ngoetjana holds a Bachelor of Engineering, Electronic Engineering Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP). He worked for the following companies Hensoldt GEW – Senior Systems Engineer…
September 11, 2026
Mr Flenk Mnisi Mr Mnisi holds an MBA; PGDip in Management Practice & Business Administration; BTech in Business Administration; NDip in Electrical Engineering. Mr Mnisi has vast experience in…
September 11, 2026
Ms Yolanda Nxumalo Ms Nxumalo holds a BSC Mechanical & Mechatronics and MEng Satellite Systems and Technology. She has experience in strategic development and implementation of a satellite…
September 11, 2026
Mr Itumeleng Makoloi SACSA member Mr Makoloi holds a BSC Degree, Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering and Master of Engineering Science. He is currently an employee of the Department…
September 11, 2026
Colonel Tamara Thomas-Herwels Ms Thomas-Herwels holds LLB. Degree She completed a Pilots’ Wings Course in 2002, Maintenance Operational Test Pilot 2008, Advanced Military Law Course and Law of Armed Conflict…
September 11, 2026
Mr Levers Mabaso Mr Mabaso holds a B Proc degree, LLB (postgraduate) and LLM (Commercial Law). He acquired 28 years of experience at the Civil Aviation Branch of the DoT.…
September 11, 2026
Sarisha Harrylal Dr Harrylal is a Medical Doctor. She also holds a Master of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering. She has experience in Aerospace engineering with a track record of advancing South…
The SACSA Secretariat
February 24, 2025
Nomfuneko Majaja MS NOMFUNEKO IRENE MAJAJA Chief Director: Space Affairs Head Secretariat: SACSA Regional Coordinator: Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Court Competition She is currently the Chief Director: Space Affairs…
July 8, 2019
Thokozile Jolisa is the Assistant Director: Space Affairs and the Secretariat for SACSA. She holds a BCOM degree in Management, obtained from UNISA in 2009 and the BCOM Hons in…
the dtic is mandated to administer the Space Affairs Act No 84 of 1993, which serves as primary legislation guiding the work of the space activities in the country as well as mandating the hosting of the Space Secretariat for the said Council within the dtic, which is one of key responsibilities of the unit.
The Secretariat perform the incidental work necessary for the performance of the functions of the Council and its Committees.
