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You don't have to immigrate to have an exciting career in astronomy. South Africa has a rich heritage of involvement in space science and technology and has a variety of institutions that play a significant role in the scientific study, exploration and utilisation of space. These institutions, have broad competencies in satellite applications, satellite engineering and space science, and all their supporting technologies.
The existing infrastructure and skilled workforce, both inside these facilities and in wider industry supporting them, allow South Africa to position itself as a regional hub of space science and technology.
South Africa is active participant in the international space arena. South African space professionals participate in numerous specialist and political forums, such as the United Nations Committee on the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space.
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