GEOHABARI

Geohabari Pod

Amplifying African Tech Stories and Elevating Technical Brilliance. This is a podcast for the geospatial community. 

  1. S3E3: Mapping Carbon: How Data Shapes Carbon Markets

    3 DAYS AGO

    S3E3: Mapping Carbon: How Data Shapes Carbon Markets

    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 Observation enable measurement, monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV). The conversation dives into how carbon sinks are determined, the methodologies behind carbon credits, and the datasets and tools (including GIS platforms like QGIS) used in real-world projects. Samuel also shares insights on the role of geospatial professionals in this space, career pathways, and the biggest gaps in the carbon markets ecosystem—especially where opportunities exist across Africa and emerging markets.

    1hr 1min
  2. S3E2: What We’re Exploring in Geo Right Now: Tools, Formats & Takes

    29 APR

    S3E2: What We’re Exploring in Geo Right Now: Tools, Formats & Takes

    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 GeoParquet. We get into how DuckDB is changing the way we interact with data as a lightweight OLAP engine, and why it’s quickly becoming a go-to in modern workflows. And yes, H3 hexagons make an appearance. The system popularized by Uber comes up as we explore how spatial indexing is shaping analytics and visualization in practice. Safe to say… we opened all the geotech tabs in this one. Enjoy the episode, and let us know: what tools are you currently exploring, and how are they shaping your workflows?

    52 min
  3. S3E1: Earth Observation Realities (The Young Professionals Segment)

    27 APR

    S3E1: Earth Observation Realities (The Young Professionals Segment)

    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.

    43 min

  4. 14 APR

    SEASON 3 : THE OPENER, We are Back

    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 exploring, to industry partnerships, to where we think geo is headed in 2026. We also reflect on 2025.  Hackathons, the Africa Earth Observation Challenge, the rise of LLMs and natural language interfaces in geospatial, and some maps from the community that genuinely made us pause mid-scroll. It’s a chill one… but there’s a lot in there.

    1hr 3min
  5. S2E16: The Young Professionals Segment: Women in Space Kenya (WiSK)

    27/10/2025

    S2E16: The Young Professionals Segment: Women in Space Kenya (WiSK)

    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 why it exists and how it’s creating inclusive pathways in the space ecosystem through mentorship, outreach, and visibility. For the first time ever, they’re hosting the African Women in Space Conference, happening 27th–28th November at Strathmore University, Nairobi, Kenya — an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, explore diverse applications of space technologies, and take part in immersive activities including telescope viewing, drone demonstrations, virtual reality experiences, model rocket launches, and more. Register for the The Africa Women in Space Registration Here

    24 min
  6. S2E15: Beyond the Map: People, Power and Connectivity through Open Tech

    13/10/2025

    S2E15: Beyond the Map: People, Power and Connectivity through Open Tech

    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 real change. Featuring Duncan Kebut, Project Lead at HOT, and Lucy Ngandu, Programme Officer at ALIN, the episode explores what happens when communities map their own realities and how open tech becomes a tool for empowerment and visibility. What happens when communities map their own realities? When open tech becomes a tool for empowerment and visibility? This episode follows how ALIN and HOT used open data and local knowledge to identify where to deploy internet masts, connecting homes that had never been online before through the Beyond the Map Grant.  A walkthrough into what community mapping done right looks like and decolonizing data in practice.  And this time, we’ve layered the story with immersive soundscapes and voiceovers...growth, eyy? 😉 A powerful walkthrough of what community mapping done right looks like  and what decolonizing data means in practice.

    31 min
  7. S2E14: The Young Professionals Segment:Unconventional Geospatial Side Quests, Navigating Geospatial Careers Differently

    22/09/2025

    S2E14: The Young Professionals Segment:Unconventional Geospatial Side Quests, Navigating Geospatial Careers Differently

    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 Professionals segment of the GeoHabari Podcast, host Linus Anari sits down with Dr. Pamela Ochungo - a lecturer at The Technical University of Kenya (TUK), remote sensing specialist, mentor, and one of the most inspiring voices in African geospatial science. Together, they unpack how careers rarely follow straight lines and how the “side quests” we stumble into often open the most meaningful doors. From mapping livestock to studying honeybees, preserving archaeology, and even tackling public health, Dr. Ochungo shares how curiosity and open-mindedness shaped her journey into unexpected opportunities. This conversation is packed with insights for students and young professionals: why keeping a learner’s mindset matters, how to position yourself for opportunities, and why collaborations beyond your field could redefine your career. If you’ve ever felt uncertain about your next step or wondered whether detours are setbacks or stepping stoneS, this episode is for you. Listen in, reflect, and ask yourself: what unconventional side quest could change my journey?

    45 min
  8. S2E13: The Space Ecosystem Playbook: Rethinking Startup Funding for Africa

    08/09/2025

    S2E13: The Space Ecosystem Playbook: Rethinking Startup Funding for Africa

    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 it really takes to build sustainable innovation ecosystems in Africa: Why local banks and blended finance are critical for startup growthHow to make startups truly bankable, beyond grantsTranslating research in academic institutions into go-to-market productsBreaking silos between research, industry, and governmentRethinking how we measure success in academia — shifting from papers published to actual productsWhat startup success really means: raising money, driving sales, or creating lasting impact?Why teaching innovation and entrepreneurship must align with realities on the groundIt’s a rich discussion on funding, innovation, and reimagining what it truly means to build Africa’s startup ecosystem.

    1hr 15min
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Amplifying African Tech Stories and Elevating Technical Brilliance. This is a podcast for the geospatial community. 

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  • Creator
    Geohabari Pod
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 GEOHABARI
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