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Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari What if the best career decisions aren't the ones you planned... but the ones you were curious enough to explore? In this episode of the Young Professionals Segment on the GeoHabari Podcast, Linus and Chelsea sit down with Majuek, whose career journey is anything but conventional. Rather than following a neatly laid-out roadmap, he shares the lessons,...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari On this episode, host Yariwo Kitiyo sits down with Lisa Mbwia a Data and Spatial Consultant and Nancy Kinyua - Geospatial & MERL Specialist | Data Systems to explore what it really takes to turn data into impact in two of the most data-rich sectors: public health and agriculture. Drawing from their experience working across geospatial technologies, publ...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari What do we need to build data and space systems that underpin sustainable development?  In Part II of The Builders Reality Room, we move beyond the builder's journey and into the ecosystem itself. Bringing together perspectives from startups, funding and development organizations, government institutions, academia, and data and AI practitioners, this c...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari How do we need to build data and space systems that underpin sustainable development? At the Global Data Festival and Kenya Space Expo Conference, Geohabari explored this question through The Builders Reality Room , a session bringing together different ecosystem perspectives on what it takes to build systems that create real-world impact. We begin with the...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari Ever wondered what actually happens after you click "Submit Application"? In this episode of the Young Professionals Segment on GeoHabari Podcast, Linus and AnnStella sit down with Kate and Diana, Co-Founders of Talent Partner Limited, for an honest conversation about what happens inside the hiring room and how young professionals can better posit...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari On this episode, the hosts —Yariwo Kitiyo and Joyce Gathoni — sit down for a heart-to-heart conversation with Wanjohi Kibui, a GIS consultant and Founder & Director of LiGIS Consulting. We explore his journey from starting out as a freelancer to eventually building a company and leading a growing team. Wanjohi shares how his early career was shaped by m...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari Carbon markets, geospatial data, and carbon credits explained. In this episode, we sit down with Samuel Ambuka, a GIS Data Analyst working at the intersection of data, carbon markets, and community impact. We explore the full carbon ecosystem—from the basics of carbon sequestration and activities that drive emissions, to how geospatial data and Earth Observ...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari On this episode, we sit down for a fun, free-flowing “brain scan” with Francis Kioni, a senior geoanalytics engineer. We dive into what he’s been building, the tools that made his 2025 list, and what’s catching his attention this year. This is a technically rich conversation, from rethinking the lifespan of shapefiles to the rise of newer formats like GeoPa...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Pamela Ochungo to unpack the realities of Earth observation — beyond the buzzwords and into the real-world impact. From satellite data and remote sensing applications to the challenges of implementation across Africa, this conversation explores what it truly takes to turn geospatial insights into meaningful decisions.

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari We said yes to cameras… welcome to Season 3 🎥 (drum rolls) This is our opener episode,  a fun, chill sit-down with the team, on camera for the first time. (Grab your coffee or Kenyan brewed tea, maybe?) We catch up on what we’ve been up to, then get into what’s been catching our attention across maps, AI and tech ,  from tools and models we’ve been explori...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari On this edition of the Young Professionals Segment , host Linus Anari sits down with Charlynne Jepkosgei and Stella Mutai , founders of Women in Space Kenya — a network dedicated to building a strong community of women in the space sector and inspiring the next generation of women leaders. They unpack the inspiration behind Women in Space Kenya , exploring...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari Our very first episode of the Geohabari Impact Series is here, and what a way to begin!(insert drum rolls:-)) In partnership with the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) Eastern & Southern Africa Hub and the Arid Lands Information Network (ALIN), this story takes us deep into Laikipia’s Sipili town, where maps, data, and community converge to spark re...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari For the first time on the Young Professionals segment, we recorded this episode with a live studio audience of students and young professionals joining the conversation in real time. 🎟️ Don’t miss the Africa’s Women in Space Conference , happening November 27–28 at Strathmore University. It’s free and open to everyone, ⁠register here.⁠ In this Young Profess...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari On the 5th edition of The Space Ecosystem Playbook , we’re joined by two leaders shaping Africa’s entrepreneurial landscape: Agnes Tsuma, Expert at the Joint Innovation Facility (Africa–Europe Digital Innovation Bridge), and Ian Lorenzen, Executive Director and Partner at GrowthAfrica. In this candid conversation hosted by Charles Mwangi, we dive into what...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari In this edition of the Young Professionals Segment , we sit down with Kelvin Nyabuti to unpack the raw realities of transitioning from campus to career. From sending out 15 job applications a day and facing ghosted promises, to landing a breakthrough role at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Kev’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, faith, an...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari What does it take to build an African innovation ecosystem from the ground up? On this edition of the Space Ecosystem Playbook with Charles Mwangi, we sit with two trail blazers Sheena Raikundalia, Chief Growth Officer at Kuza One and Dr. Shikoh Gitau, CEO and Founder of Qala.   In this episode, Sheena Raikundalia and Dr. Shikoh Gitau share how they’re layi...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari On this episode of the Young Professionals Segment hosted by Linus Anari and grounded in raw, relatable, and authentic lived experiences , we’re joined by Florine Kaino, Geospatial Advisor at Mercy Corps. From landing her first technical role at Microsoft to interning at Esri Eastern Africa, Florine shares the real, unfiltered journey of transitioning from...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari The Tech Stacks Series Finale: When GIS Works We’re closing out The Tech Stacks Series with a bang—joined by Francis Kioni , Senior Geoanalytics Engineer at M-Gas. From vehicle routing problems (VRP) to territory mapping , suitability analysis , and more, this episode is a masterclass in how GIS drives value when applied right. Expect plenty of banter, trie...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari What's Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, AI and Gaming got to do with Space? - (see what I did there? lol) In this very refreshing edition of the Space Ecosystem Playbook , we sit with three trailblazing guests whose work spans ground-level innovation and orbital ambition: Jay Shapiro - founder of Usiku Games and chair of the Pan-Africa Gaming Group, Eddie K...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari In this episode of the Tech Stack Series , we dive into the world of GeoAI backend engineering with Brian Pondi — a geospatial machine learning researcher working on the Open Earth Monitor project, a €12.7M EU-funded initiative aimed at making Earth more observable through reusable, open-source ML tools. Brian shares what it takes to build production-ready...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari In this episode, Charles Mwangi hosts three true Pan-Africanists 🙂: Ben Roberts , Principal Advisor – Digital Economy Advisors Buntu Majaja , CEO – SA Innovation Summit Sylvia Makario , Managing Director – Identic Foundation (Also… how many times did we mention Pan-Africanism ? You’ll have to listen and count!) The conversation explores the importance of c...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari In this candid kickoff episode of our Young Professionals Segment , we sit down with recent graduates navigating the winding path from lecture halls to industry. From discovering GIS by “coincidence” to learning Power BI on the job, our guests share real stories of what they wished they knew before entering the workforce. We dive into: What the curriculum l...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari In this episode, we talk e-mobility with Amos Njenga, Lead Software Engineer at Greenwheels. From real-time tracking to battery monitoring and fleet management, Amos walks us through the intricate backend systems that power electric mobility in Kenya. We explore how smart tracking isn't just about location—it’s about integrating operational data (from...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari In this episode of the Tech Stack Series , we explore the frontend layer of geospatial technology — the part users actually see and interact with. Our guest, Valentine Irungu, a junior GIS developer, shares her journey into frontend development, from learning HTML and JavaScript to building interactive map experiences. We talk about what frontend means in t...

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari On this episode, we’re joined by Allan Mogley, a GIS Systems Developer at Planate Management Group. Allan specializes in building, designing, and maintaining data pipelines. He dives into his tools of the trade—from Apache and Python to webhooks—and shares his approach to creating scalable, automated, and collaborative pipelines. Allan also gives us an excl...