The Africa Geospatial Magazine (AGM): 6th issue of Jan-Apr 2025

Welcome you to this issue of Africa Geospatial Magazine (AGM), the 6th edition! Greetings to all our esteemed readers, the technology enthusiasts, customers, innovators, and commentators! It is with great honor and excitement that I welcome you to this issue of AGM, the 6th edition. AGM is your gateway to the cutting edge Geospatial technology, news, insights, and trends shaping our world.

As we start the year, I’d like to remind you that many Geospatial events have been planned this year. We have documented the events in this magazine. Therefore, it is my singular hope that AGM will enrich your ideas, unlock complex developments in AI and MM technology. As well, you shall get acquainted with the latest developments in Geo world. And as we move deeper into the digital age, this magazine serves as a beacon, guiding you through the transformative Geospatial, mapping and ICT technologies that define the modern era of information age.

Geospatial technology is very dynamic. It has been and will always be the catalyst that reshapes societies, re-imagines industries, and redefines what is possible. In every page of this publication, you will find ideas of ingenuity and resilience showcasing how various organizations are leveraging innovation to solve complex challenges. From breakthroughs in artificial intelligence and carbon credits to the marvels of space exploration. Talk of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, we just bring you the pulse of progress. Indeed, behind every groundbreaking invention is a story of determination, resilience and vision.

Our theme for the 6th Issue

The theme of this issue, “Building Bridges for Life: Technology for a Connected World,” reflects our commitment to exploring how innovation can unite rather than divide. In a rapidly evolving world, ensuring equitable access to technology is crucial. We delve into the initiatives that are breaking down barriers, connecting the communities and making technology inclusive for all. AGM editorial team is pleased to welcome you to our 5th edition of Africa Geospatial Magazine (AGM).

AGM is an international magazine which is published by a team of Geospatial researchers at Orbital Africa. AGM is a non-political, multi-displinary geotechnology magazine that focuses on latest news and updates; commentaries, projects, events and emerging trends in geospatial, geomatics, survey, remote sensing, GIS, LiDAR, laser scanning, drone mapping, GeoICT among others. Some of the key highlights of the magazine include:

1. Utilization of Geospatial Technologies in Kenya: A review of various organizations in Kenya
2. Overview of Satellite imagery Resolution: Comparing Spatial, Temporal and Spectral resolution
3. Trip to Hargeisa city in Somaliland: GIS training of Telesom Telecomms engineers
4. Quantifying flood risk with Geospatial data and AI
5. Building Bridges for Life: Key lessons learned from Kenya and Tanzania
6. Forest carbon: Carbon estimates with Remote Sensing and GIS
7. QGIS Software: Creating Charts and Statistical Reports with DataPlotly Plugin
8. Mobile Mapping: Evolution of MM and how AI is driving the technology
9. The Battle for Space: New Glenn Set to Challenge SpaceX in Historic Launch

As AGM editorial team, I am honored to lead a team dedicated to excellence and creativity. Our mission is to inform and empower our readers with content that resonates, inspires, and equips you to engage with technology in meaningful ways. Thank you for choosing AGM. Lastly, I take this opportunity to wish you a prosperous new year!

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