SANSA's mission is to: *deliver space-related services and products to the citizens of South Africa and the region *support, guide and conduct research and development in space science and engineering and the practical application of the innovations they generate *stimulate interest in science and develop human capacity in space science and technologies in South Africa *create an environment that promotes industrial development *nurture space-related partnerships to enhance South Africa's standing in the community of nations. SANSA's mission is succinctly captured in our motto: In service of humanity