Intelsat Africa Space STEM Program: Empowering Schools and Shaping Africa’s Future

Intelsat and MaxIQ Space are collaborating once again on the fifth annual Intelsat Africa Space STEM Program 2025, a transformative initiative inviting schools and teachers across Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal and South Africa to apply.

This fully funded program equips schools with cutting-edge STEM kits, hands-on training, and exclusive resources, seamlessly integrating space science, sustainability and IoT education into their classrooms.

Since 2020, Intelsat has been at the forefront of engaging students across Africa in STEM learning, space exploration and satellite technology. The newly adapted 2025 program is focused on empowering schools and educators to build a lasting impact on African education systems, ensuring thousands of students gain the skills and inspiration needed to thrive in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers.

Why This Program Matters

The Intelsat Africa Space STEM Program isn’t just about technology—it’s about transforming education and driving sustainable growth across the continent. Let’s break down the benefits for countries, schools, teachers and students:

For the Country:

• Building a Future-Ready Workforce: The program nurtures the next generation of engineers, scientists and space industry professionals, solidifying Africa’s position in the global space economy.
• Advancing National Development Goals: By promoting quality education (SDG 4), innovation (SDG 9), and climate action (SDG 13), this initiative directly supports key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Boosting Technological Capabilities: Students engage in hands-on projects involving satellite communications, IoT and Earth observation—practical skills essential for sectors like agriculture, climate monitoring and disaster response.

For the School:

• Access to Exclusive STEM Resources: Schools receive MaxIQ Space STEM Kits, Advanced Sensor Add-on Kits and digital learning materials, fostering an interactive STEM curriculum.
• Teacher Training & Support: Educators benefit from professional development, with access to a custom Learning Management System (LMS) offering lesson plans, interactive content and mentorship from space industry experts.
• Global Recognition & Awards: Participating schools join an international STEM network and compete for awards recognizing excellence in STEM education and sustainability projects.

For the Teachers:

• Empowerment Through Training: Intelsat engineers and space professionals lead specialized workshops, giving teachers the confidence to deliver advanced STEM lessons.
• Professional Growth & Certification: Educators receive certificates of completion, network with STEM professionals and access ongoing development through virtual workshops.
• Real-World STEM Education: Teachers guide students in data-driven experiments, blending IoT, sustainability, and satellite technology into engaging lessons.

For the Students:

• Hands-On Space STEM Learning: Students explore Earth observation, climate science, and IoT applications through practical experiments, making STEM both exciting and relevant.
• Participation in Global Challenges: As part of World Space Week, students tackle real-world issues like climate action, renewable energy and smart cities.
• Career Inspiration & Exposure: Interaction with Intelsat engineers, industry mentors, and STEM alumni inspires students to pursue careers in the global space sector.
• Certificates & Recognition: Participants earn certificates of completion—valuable credentials for future academic and career opportunities.

Intelsat’s Commitment to African STEM Education

Since its inception, the Intelsat Africa Space STEM Program has reached thousands of students across Africa, sparking curiosity in space technology, satellite communications and sustainability. By supporting educators and integrating STEM into school curricula, Intelsat has fueled a wave of African innovators ready to shape the future of technology and engineering.

With the 2025 program, Intelsat goes a step further—empowering schools to become long-term hubs of STEM excellence. By investing in teachers and classrooms, the initiative ensures sustainable educational impact for generations to come.

As pioneers of the satellite market, Intelsat understand the transformative power of technology. Satellites have revolutionized communication, connectivity, and access to information, bridging gaps and connecting communities across vast distances.

By supporting Space STEM education in Africa, we are investing in the future of our industry, nurturing the talent that will drive innovation and shape the satellite technologies of tomorrow.

Apply Now – Be a Part of Africa’s STEM Revolution

Intelsat and MaxIQ Space are calling on schools and teachers in Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa to seize this incredible opportunity.

Applications are now open—don’t miss your chance to revolutionize STEM education in your school and inspire the next generation of African space scientists and engineers.