"We have the capacity for frugal innovation,” says Nyambura Kamau in putting a spotlight on Kenya's drive to bootstrap space-sector solutions for real-world problems. This move reshapes the landscape of African ingenuity, offering a template for innovation that many on the continent could emulate. Ms Kamau is on a mission to spark a broader conversation about the unique challenges Africa faces in the space sector. As the founder of the consultancy firm Viwanda Africa, Ms Kamau channels her expertise into catalyzing the continent's potential in both the upstream and downstream space sectors.From addressing skill shortages to fostering local and global collaborations, her holistic approach is not just about technology but also about building an ecosystem that nurtures talent and entrepreneurship.