Opportunities in the African Space Industry

GHACOF 68: Early Warning for Mitigation of Climate Risks
2024-08-19 08:00 - 2024-08-20 17:00 (Africa/Nairobi)
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.
The 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.
Ahead 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.
The 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.

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RCMRD International Conference 2024
2024-08-13 08:00 - 2024-08-15 17:00 (Africa/Lagos) | Nairobi, Kenya
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.
Furthermore, 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.
Objectives

To combine various user domains within and beyond EO to understand the science-policy interaction.
To spur ideas on effective utilisation of Earth observation information in decision making.
To enhance integration approaches for societal benefits.

How to Apply
Registration is open to all interested individuals. To register, please visit here.
For more information, click here.

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AFREF and GNSS Workshop
2024-08-12 08:00 - 2024-08-15 17:00 (Africa/Nairobi) | Nairobi, Kenya
RCMRD invites interested individuals to attend and register for the African Geodetic Reference Frame (AFREF) and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) 2024 Workshop.
The event will take place from 12 to 15 August 2024, alongside the RCMRD’s International Conference (RIC 2024) in Kenya.
AFREF 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.
Registration Fee

Kenyans: USD 153 (Kshs.20,000)
Non-Kenyans: USD 200 (Kshs.26,100)

Payments are made through EFT and Mobile Money (MPESA).
Participants 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).
In 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.
Furthermore, the workshop will bring together experts and enthusiasts in geodesy to discuss advancements, share knowledge, and collaborate on future projects.
This gathering promises to be a valuable platform for networking and professional development.
How to Register for the AFREF and GNSS Workshop
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Monitoring Algal Blooms in the Sandbox with Python Webinar
2024-08-06 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/Berlin)
GeoVille, in conjunction with Space in Africa, is organising a webinar titled “Monitoring Algal Blooms the Sandbox (Jupyter Lab) with Python ” on 6th August 2024 at 10:30 AM (UTC+2/ CEST) via Zoom to train users on the Example Notebooks for facilitating sustainable algal ecosystems. Algal blooms are rapid increases in the algae population in aquatic systems, often resulting in significant ecological, economic, and health impacts. These blooms can deplete oxygen in the water, leading to the death of marine life, disrupt local fisheries, and produce toxins that are harmful to humans and wildlife. The western coast of South Africa, with its rich marine biodiversity and crucial fishing industry, is particularly susceptible to the adverse effects of algal blooms.
Monitoring algal blooms is essential for timely intervention and mitigation. Remote sensing technology, particularly satellite data from missions like Sentinel-3, provides a powerful tool for tracking these events over large and remote areas. Sentinel-3, a mission developed by the European Space Agency (ESA) as part of the Copernicus Programme, offers high-resolution optical and infrared data that is well-suited for detecting and monitoring algal blooms. The webinar will encourage you to register for free, sign in and sync the Example Notebooks.
During this training, participants will gain access to and learn how to leverage Example Notebooks on the Dunia IT platform, designed by ESA. Furthermore, attendees will gain insights into applying EO data for environmental monitoring of marine ecosystems and sustainable water and natural resource management across Africa.
Objectives

Register and Sync the Example Notebooks: Participants will go through an example notebook together, step by step, ensuring enough time to understand and code it themselves.
In this notebook, we will demonstrate the process of using Sentinel-3 data to monitor algal blooms along the western coast of South Africa. The steps include:

Data Acquisition: Accessing Sentinel-3 data relevant to our area of interest.
Data Preprocessing: Performing necessary preprocessing steps such as histogram normalisation to ensure data quality.
Algal Bloom Detection: Applying algorithms to identify and quantify the chlorophyll concentration.
Visualisation and Analysis: Generating visualisations to interpret the results and assess the spatial and temporal dynamics of the blooms.

By the end of this notebook, participants will gain insights into the practical application of satellite data for environmental monitoring and understand the critical importance of tracking algal blooms to protect marine ecosystems and coastal economies.

Speaker

Johannes Schmid, IT Service and Operations Manager, Geoville

Important Information

Date and Time: The event will be held on 6th August 2024, from 10:30 AM UTC+2/CEST via Zoom.
Registration Link: Registration is open to all interested individuals. To register, please click here.

About GeoVille and Dunia
GeoVille introduced the Dunia platform on behalf of the European Space Agency (ESA), an innovative solution designed to streamline the processing and distribution of Earth Observation data across Africa. This cloud-based platform facilitates direct interpretation of Copernicus data, with features such as low bandwidth consumption, compatibility with handheld mobile devices, and usage allowances for eligible users. Dunia caters to a broad range of users, from novice developers to experienced experts, and promotes collaborative efforts to minimise redundancy and optimise problem-solving. It also enables users to securely share data and collaborate in real-time with colleagues and clients, regardless of location.
About Space in Africa
Space in Africa is the leading analytics and consulting company in the space sector, serving both the institutional and commercial markets with a particular focus on Africa. Our experience builds on a long track of past projects executed for international organisations, national governments, and commercial players, with high stakes in the space business — our practice cuts across all African countries. Space in Africa’s proprietary, research-based business and market analysis predict critical outcomes in what happens next in the industry and the opportunities available. Our data-driven analysis, free of vested interests and pre-conceptions, is helping to shape the ecosystem by making available accurate information critical for the change.

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2024 SPACE UNGANA Forum
2024-07-20 08:00 - 2024-07-30 17:00 (Africa/Accra) | All Nations, All Nations University, Accra, Ghana
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.
The 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
Forum Themes

Building Foundational Capacity;
Space for the SDGs;
Space Settlement;
Space Tourism; and
Space Traffic Management.

Participation Fees
Early bird ends (June 30, 2024)

Academic/NGO: USD 150 and up;
Industry: USD 250;
Student: USD 75; and
Virtual Participation: USD 30.

How to Register
To register, click here.
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SANSA’s Training on Utilising Space Technologies in Sustainable Urban Development
2024-07-16 - 2024-07-18 | Maine, Capital Menlyn Maine, Pretoria, South Africa
The South African Space Agency (SANSA) invites interested participants to attend its Earth Observation (EO) training on “Harnessing Space Technological Applications in Sustainable Urban Development using Julia Programming Language” between 16 -18 July 2024 at Capital Menlyn Maine, South Africa. The training workshop aims to develop skills in the use of Julia programming language to visualise and process earth observation data with more emphasis on sustainable human settlement applications.
Benefits

Participants will learn the fundamentals of the Julia programming language, including basic syntax, data types, control structures, functions, and libraries;
Participants will learn how to visualise EO data using Julia libraries. They will learn how to create various plots, maps, and visualisations to analyse and communicate spatial information effectively;
Participants will learn how to handle and manipulate EO data using Julia libraries; and
Participants will learn how to process and analyse satellite imagery using Julia libraries. They will learn techniques for image enhancement, classification, and feature extraction.

How to Attend
Interested participants must confirm their attendance by completing the confirmation form for planning purposes.
Additional Notes
Selected delegates will receive an email confirmation. Please note that travel and accommodation expenses are the trainees’/delegates’ responsibility. In addition, participants should note that space availability is limited.

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