Earth Intelligence for Africa

Kasarani, Nairobi, Kenya

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afrigeosecretariat@rcmrd.org

5th AfriGEO Symposium

Virtual | 17–19 November 2021

Theme

The 5th AfriGEO Symposium was held virtually from 17–19th November, 2021 under the theme, “Open Science for growing African Industries in Earth Observation.” The theme was strategic to catalyze conversations leading to partnerships, sustainable economic growth and enhancing utilization of EO data in supporting economic development in Africa.

Objectives

The symposium aimed at providing a platform to enhance collaboration and integration by bringing together experts from different spheres to discuss, unlock, and activate the growth of African Industries in Earth Observation.

Call for Abstracts

AfriGEO invited submissions of abstracts for virtual presentation by African institutions, partners, and researchers working on regional development challenges across the following thematic areas:

  • Climate Change
  • Agriculture and Food Security
  • Industry (SMME) Focus
  • Earth Observation for Health
  • Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Data and Infrastructure