S3E10: Murky Road to Discovering Your Path

S3E10: Murky Road to Discovering Your Path

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2331312/fan_mail/new] 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, mindset shifts, and experiences that helped shape his professional journey, and why sometimes the path only makes sense when you look back. Together, they explore what it really means to create opportunities for yourself, build meaningful relationships, communicate your value, and remain open to unexpected turns along the way. One of the standout moments from the conversation? "If I can't call you tomorrow after networking, then all I just did was add a contact to my list." It's a simple statement, but it completely reframes what networking is really about. Whether you're a student trying to figure out your next step, an early-career professional navigating uncertainty, or someone simply wondering if they're "behind" in life, this conversation is a reminder that careers aren't built in straight lines—they're built through curiosity, relationships, consistency, and the courage to keep moving. Sometimes the road is murky. That doesn't mean you're lost. It might just mean you're discovering a path that's uniquely yours.

S3E9: When Data Meets Reality: Lessons from Agriculture & Public Health

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2331312/fan_mail/new] 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, public health, agriculture and development programmes, they unpack the realities of working with data in complex, real-world systems. From community health workers and smallholder farms to field validation, fragmented systems and data governance, this conversation goes beyond the datasets to explore the people, processes and decisions that ultimately shape impact. Together, they discuss: - The current state of the public health and agriculture data ecosystem. - Practical applications of GIS and geospatial data in solving real-world challenges. - Why rich datasets don't always translate into better outcomes. - The realities of navigating fragmented data systems, governance and implementation. - What builders, policymakers, funders and practitioners should consider when designing solutions that work in practice.

S3E8: Builders Reality Room – Ecosystem Perspectives on Data and Space Systems

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2331312/fan_mail/new] 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 conversation explores what happens when the actors responsible for building, enabling, regulating, researching, and scaling systems sit at the same table. Featuring Agnes Tsuma (GIZ), Eddie Kago (Antugrow), Charles Mwangi (Kenya Space Agency), Kory Korir (Amini), and Dr. Pamela Ochungo (Technical University of Kenya), the discussion unpacks how these ecosystem actors intersect in practice, where the gaps remain, and what it will take to build data and space systems that deliver impact at scale. This episode is part of Geohabari's Global Data Festival 2026 and Kenya Space Expo Conference series.

S3E7: Antugrow: From a Research Project to an Agri-Data Intelligence Company

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2331312/fan_mail/new] 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 builder’s perspective. Antugrow, with over 3,000 farmers on the platform, paying customers, and growing adoption, offers a grounded view of what building looks like in practice. As COO Brian Amani notes, customers don’t necessarily care about the data — they care about the value it creates. In this episode, Brian shares Antugrow’s journey from a research project to a growing agri-data intelligence company, including the iterations that shaped the platform and how farmer challenges around information, finance, and performance informed its evolution. The session also explores their product journey — from Antugrow Farm Adviser, powered by Earth Observation data, to SmartShamba, an integrated agricultural intelligence ecosystem comprising SmartShamba Intelligence, SmartShamba Search, SmartShamba Diary, and Shambani. This is Inside the Build — Part I of The Builders Reality Room.

S3E6: Inside the Hiring Room: Secrets to Passing the Interview

Thank you for being here. Text Geohabari [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2331312/fan_mail/new] 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 position themselves for opportunities in today's job market. Together, they unpack the realities of recruitment, what recruiters and hiring managers pay attention to when reviewing applications, and some of the common mistakes that cause candidates to miss out on opportunities. The conversation explores: * What recruiters look for in a CV * The role of skills, experience, and academic qualifications * Building portfolios that stand out * LinkedIn and professional branding * Interview preparation and presentation * Common application mistakes * The realities of hiring in today's market * Practical advice for students, graduates, and early-career professionals Most importantly, this episode moves beyond theory and dives into practical insights that can help you navigate your next application, interview, or career move with greater confidence. Whether you're a student preparing for the job market, a recent graduate, or a professional looking to position yourself more effectively, this conversation is packed with actionable lessons and insider perspectives. Enjoy!