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S3E3: Mapping Carbon: How Data Shapes Carbon Markets

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2331312/fan_mail/new] 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.

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

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2331312/fan_mail/new] 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?

S3E1: Earth Observation Realities (The Young Professionals Segment)

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2331312/fan_mail/new] 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.

SEASON 3 : THE OPENER, We are Back

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2331312/fan_mail/new] 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.

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

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2331312/fan_mail/new] 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 [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJ8_OTRyBbRMIl488WGFgPljx3hHHUwq0R7tH1spFaW5saAA/viewform]