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SUMMARY:GHACOF 68: Early Warning for Mitigation of Climate Risks
DESCRIPTION:The IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC)\, in collaboration with various partners\, is set to host the 68th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 68) from August 19th to 20th\, 2024. This event will take place in a hybrid format\, accommodating both in-person and virtual attendance\, and aligns with IGAD’s Regional Strategy for Mainstreaming Climate Services in Key Socio-Economic Sectors for Sustainable Development. \nThe forum’s theme\, “Early Warning for Mitigation of Climate Risks\,” underscores the importance of proactive measures in addressing climate-related challenges. Furthermore\, the event aims to unite diverse stakeholders\, including climate scientists\, researchers\, representatives from key socio-economic sectors\, governmental and non-governmental organisations\, development partners\, decision-makers\, media personnel\, and civil society stakeholders. \nAhead of the main forum\, the organisers will conduct a virtual climate prediction development workshop from August 12th to 16th\, 2024. Additionally\, co-production workshops focusing on crucial sectors such as agriculture\, water\, energy\, health\, livestock\, media\, and disaster risk management will take place on August 19th\, 2024. \nThe official language for the forum is English. Thus\, interested participants from relevant socio-economic sectors\, development partners\, end-users of climate services\, academia\, researchers\, climate information providers\, and humanitarian agencies are encouraged to register on the ICPAC website by August 14th\, 2024. \n\nClick here to get real time data and information on every Segments and players in the African space and satellite industry.
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SUMMARY:RCMRD International Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) is inviting interested individuals to attend its 8th AfriGEO Symposium and RCMRD International Conference (RIC 2024)\, “EARTH: Our only Home\,” which will be held from 13 to 15 August 2024 at RCMRD headquarters\, Nairobi\, Kenya. \nFurthermore\, the RIC 2024 will emphasise the importance of utilising Geographic Information System (GIS) Mapping Technology for effective policy implementation. In addition\, the conference will provide an excellent platform for policymakers\, executives\, experts\, researchers\, developers\, and innovators to share experiences\, ideas\, methods\, and technological advancements and engage with key players in the Earth observation (EO) and GIS arena from all over the globe. \nObjectives\n\nTo combine various user domains within and beyond EO to understand the science-policy interaction.\nTo spur ideas on effective utilisation of Earth observation information in decision making.\nTo enhance integration approaches for societal benefits.\n\nHow to Apply\nRegistration is open to all interested individuals. To register\, please visit here. \nFor more information\, click here. \n\nClick here to get real time data and information on every Segments and players in the African space and satellite industry.
URL:https://opportunities.spaceinafrica.com/event/rcmrd-international-conference-2024/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Industry event
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SUMMARY:AFREF and GNSS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:RCMRD invites interested individuals to attend and register for the African Geodetic Reference Frame (AFREF) and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) 2024 Workshop. \nThe event will take place from 12 to 15 August 2024\, alongside the RCMRD’s International Conference (RIC 2024) in Kenya. \nAFREF aims to unify the various coordinated systems into a single robust reference frame\, ensuring accuracy and consistency with the international Terrestrial Reference Frame (ITRF). This initiative supports applications in surveying\, land management\, infrastructure development\, resource monitoring\, disaster management\, and scientific research\, thereby fostering cross-border sustainable development. \nRegistration Fee\n\nKenyans: USD 153 (Kshs.20\,000)\nNon-Kenyans: USD 200 (Kshs.26\,100)\n\nPayments are made through EFT and Mobile Money (MPESA). \nParticipants in the workshop will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the latest techniques and technologies related to geodetic frameworks and global navigation satellite systems (GNSS). \nIn addition\, the workshop will cover essential topics such as geodetic infrastructure\, data precision\, and practical applications in fields like agriculture\, urban planning\, and disaster management. \nFurthermore\, the workshop will bring together experts and enthusiasts in geodesy to discuss advancements\, share knowledge\, and collaborate on future projects. \nThis gathering promises to be a valuable platform for networking and professional development. \nHow to Register for the AFREF and GNSS Workshop\nTo register\, click here. \n\nClick here to get real time data and information on every Segments and players in the African space and satellite industry.
URL:https://opportunities.spaceinafrica.com/event/afref-and-gnss-workshop/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Industry event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Accra:20240720T080000
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SUMMARY:2024 SPACE UNGANA Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Omni Africa Space Research Education and Training Ungana (SPACE UNGANA)\, organised by the Space Futures Forum\, will be held on-site and virtually between 20 and 30 July 2024 at All Nations University (Main Campus)\, Ghana. \nThe forum gathers academics\, advocates\, policymakers\, technocrats and industry leaders interested in advancing African space development. SPACE UNGANA aims to explore opportunities and challenges in the space industry ecosystem and identify strategies for building capacity to advance the African Space Agenda and Africa Union (AU) 2063 \nForum Themes \n\nBuilding Foundational Capacity;\nSpace for the SDGs;\nSpace Settlement;\nSpace Tourism; and\nSpace Traffic Management.\n\nParticipation Fees\nEarly bird ends (June 30\, 2024) \n\nAcademic/NGO: USD 150 and up;\nIndustry: USD 250;\nStudent: USD 75; and\nVirtual Participation: USD 30.\n\nHow to Register \nTo register\, click here. \nFor more information\, click here. \n\nClick here to get real time data and information on every Segments and players in the African space and satellite industry.
URL:https://opportunities.spaceinafrica.com/event/2024-space-ungana-forum/
LOCATION:All Nations\, All Nations University\, Accra\, Ghana
CATEGORIES:Industry event
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