Space industry in Cameroon

Nanosatellite Missions Design (NMD) is described as Cameroon's first space-technology company and a satellite integrator focused on Francophone Africa. The firm designs nanosatellites and end-to-end space missions tailored to local and regional needs, offering space mission design, satellite engineering and integration services aimed at advancing African space sovereignty. Positioned as an early-stage upstream NewSpace startup, NMD seeks to redefine the role of Central and Francophone African nations in the global space economy by building indigenous capability. It has been recognized among emerging African space startups participating in continental NewSpace competitions.