“It is unquestionable that the livelihood of Africa’s people is inextricably linked to their access to natural resources. Natural resource management contributes significantly towards achieving sustainable development in this region. Environmental and Geographic data are fundamental building blocks that provide strategic information and knowledge to decision makers. Availability of this information and their related information systems and infrastructures is critical to Africa’s battle against poverty, environmental degradation and ultimately meeting our sustainable development needs.”
– Sives Govender
A NETWORK FOR THE CO-OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND GEOSPATIAL INFORMATION IN AFRICA
Recent News
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Secondary Cities Initiative
Esri South Africa hosted the Secondary Cities Technical Exchange.
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MyCOE CGE South Africa TechCamp
EIS-Africa, in partnership with the Association of American Geographers, will support a capacity-building event for secondary school students from South Africa and the United States. “The program aims to provide opportunities for youth to learn more about online geotechnologies and how to apply them in service of their communities, while gaining a deeper understanding about […]
Recent News
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Secondary Cities Initiative
Esri South Africa hosted the Secondary Cities Technical Exchange.
-
MyCOE CGE South Africa TechCamp
EIS-Africa, in partnership with the Association of American Geographers, will support a capacity-building event for secondary school students from South Africa and the United States. “The program aims to provide opportunities for youth to learn more about online geotechnologies and how to apply them in service of their communities, while gaining a deeper understanding about […]