[3] In addition to MNASSA, the annual handbook Sky Guide Africa South (SkyGuide)[4] is distributed to members and is available for the public.

The medal has been awarded to: Various sections exist within the Society to co-ordinate the activities of special interest groups, including the running of observational programs.

[8] Scopex, a large public outreach event, is held every year under the auspices of the Johannesburg Centre.

The autonomous local centres of ASSA hold regular meetings where visitors are welcomed.

Centres are situated in Bloemfontein,[9] Cape Town,[10] Durban,[11] Hermanus,[12] the Garden Route, Midlands, Johannesburg[13] and Pretoria.