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There are already 16,000 satellites in Earth’s orbit. How will we manage the next 100,000?
The Conversation Africa·July 20, 2026
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The number of satellites in Earth's orbit has reached 16,000, with projections suggesting over 100,000 additional satellites could be launched in coming years. Managing this massive increase presents significant challenges, particularly because satellites cannot be serviced or repaired like traditional vehicles once they're in space.
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