GEOHABARI
Amplifying African Tech Stories and Elevating Technical Brilliance.
This is a podcast for the geospatial community.
Episodes
35 episodes
S3E3: Mapping Carbon: How Data Shapes Carbon Markets
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 ecos...
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S3E2: What We’re Exploring in Geo Right Now: Tools, Formats & Takes
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.T...
S3E1: Earth Observation Realities (The Young Professionals Segment)
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 ...
SEASON 3 : THE OPENER, We are Back
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...
S2E16: The Young Professionals Segment: Women in Space Kenya (WiSK)
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 o...
S2E15: Beyond the Map: People, Power and Connectivity through Open Tech
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 A...
S2E14: The Young Professionals Segment:Unconventional Geospatial Side Quests, Navigating Geospatial Careers Differently
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 Con...
S2E13: The Space Ecosystem Playbook: Rethinking Startup Funding for Africa
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)...
S2E12: "Rookie Student 'to Proper Practitioner" : The Young Professionals Segment
In this edition of theYoung 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 la...
S2E11: The Space Ecosystem Playbook: Local Context vs Global Expectations
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....
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S2E10: I Thought I Was Ready After Graduation… Until I Got the Job: The Young Professionals Segment
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 ...
S2E9: The Tech Stacks Series: What GIS Looks Like When It Works
The Tech Stacks Series Finale: When GIS WorksWe’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 ter...
S2E8: The Space Ecosystem Playbook: Gaming, Blockchain & Space Tech Converge
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 ...
S2E7: Tech Stack Series: The Open Earth Monitor & the Future of ML for Earth Observation
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 initi...
S2E6: The Space Ecosystem Playbook : Panafricanism and the Evolving Technology Landscape in Africa
In this episode, Charles Mwangi hosts three true Pan-Africanists 🙂:Ben Roberts, Principal Advisor – Digital Economy AdvisorsBuntu Majaja, CEO – SA Innovation SummitSylvia Makario, Managing Dire...
S2E5: The Young Professionals Segment: The Geospatial Journey No One Prepares You For.
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...
S2E4: The Tech Stacks Series: Beyond the Stack — Smart Tracking Alone Can’t Deliver Business Value
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...
S2E3: The Tech Stack Series: Exploring Frontend Development
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 dev...
S2E2: Tech Stack Series: Building Scalable, Efficient and Collaborative Data Pipelines
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 w...
S2E1 The Space Ecosystem Playbook: Tapping into the Innovation Pipeline
In this episode of the GeoHabari podcast, the conversation focuses on fostering innovation within Kenya's space sector. Panelists Nekesa Were, Victor Otieno, and Davis Cook, moderated by Charles Mwangi, explore building dynamic ecosystems, leve...
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Ep14: TechTales: Introducing the Student Segment
Welcome to our new segment, "The Student Segment," where university students take center stage to share their experiences. From projects and challenges to tech views and student banter, this segment offers a holistic view of student life throug...
Ep15: From Leads to Deals: Business Development in Tech
In this episode, Joy Akinyi, Business Development Manager at Penta-b, talks about her rich experience in business development, from being an account executive to leading sales across the region.The conversation looks at tech sales as a b...
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Ep13: Productization of Earth Observation Data for Agriculture
On this episode, Kory Stephen, a Spatial AgData Scientist, takes us through the world of productization of EO Data for Agriculture with design thinking. He talks about his first project on sugarcane poaching, which opened his eyes t...
Ep12: A Millennial Edition: Career Transitions and Lessons Learnt Series
This episode is part of the Career Transitions Series where we explore different career paths with a laser focus on the geospatial industry. Laura Mugeha shares her journey navigating an unconventional career path where the work to ...
Ep11: Part II: Millennial Edition: Career Transitions and Lessons Learn't
- What is career capital and how can you best build it?- How can you position your referees to accurately speak to your skills and capabilities- How to sequentially organize your thoughts to respond to technical questions in an in...