Modern Investing with Sidepocket: The Rise of the Space Economy with Wanjiku Chebet Kanjumba

What if investing in space today is like investing in the internet back in the ’90s? That’s the perspective Wanjiku Chebet Kanjumba brings to the table in this thought-provoking episode of Modern Investing with Sidepocket. As a scientist astronaut candidate program graduate and the visionary behind Omega Spaceport—the world’s first commercially operating equatorial spaceport—Wanjiku is on a mission to make space more accessible and affordable for businesses and nations worldwide. She sees the commercial space industry as a rapidly expanding frontier, brimming with opportunities that were once thought impossible.

During our conversation, Wanjiku breaks down the industries driving this growth, from satellite deployment and space tourism to in-space manufacturing. She explains how technological advancements and falling launch costs are opening new doors, allowing biotech, AI, and aerospace to intersect in ways never seen before. Public-private partnerships and international collaboration are also playing a crucial role in shaping this new era, proving that investing in space isn’t just about financial returns—it’s about being part of humanity’s next great leap. She highlights how companies like Amazon and Microsoft are entering the space sector, alongside the emergence of space-focused ETFs, making space investment more accessible to a broader audience.

As the conversation draws to a close, Wanjiku shares her long-term vision: a future where space infrastructure is as vital to our daily lives as the internet and electricity. She sees this as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for early investors to help shape the next great technological revolution. More than just an investment, space represents a chance to leave behind a legacy of knowledge, accessibility, and innovation—ensuring that the final frontier remains a force for progress and opportunity. 

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