Say exactly where we are
We distinguish between ambitions, work in progress and validated results.
THE AGENCY / DOUALA
African
boldness.
A global
method.
RECA / 2026 — ∞
We are building an African path to space: scientific, sovereign, cooperative and patient.
- Anchoring
- Douala, Cameroon
- Scope
- Africa and the world
- Method
- Open science
Why RECA
Space is not a distant destination. It is already essential infrastructure.
RECA develops programs at the intersection of research, education, communications and engineering.
Our mission is to democratize access to space sciences and to create sustainable capabilities, useful to Cameroon and the continent.
Origin and vision
Louis Paul Mandack
RECA was born in Douala from a simple conviction: African talents must take a concrete place in space science and economy. The vision is moving forward in measurable steps, with academic, technical and institutional partners.
View profile LinkedInOur principles
Credibility.
Openness.
Utility.
Building with local skills
Each project must train, transmit and strengthen a capacity that remains.
Collaborate without losing our anchor
We connect Douala to African and international scientific networks.