Nairobi, Kenya – The Regional Centre of Excellence (RCoE) for Biodiversity, Forests, and Seascape Ecosystems Management has launched a cutting-edge Data Geoportal, revolutionizing access to vital ecosystem data in Eastern and Southern Africa.
This groundbreaking platform provides a one-stop-shop for up-to-date data, interactive mapping, and analytical tools, empowering governments, conservation organizations, researchers, and local communities to make informed decisions.
“The ability to track environmental changes in real-time, analyze trends, and predict future scenarios will enable us to make informed decisions that protect our environment while promoting sustainable development,” emphasized Dr. Eng. Festus K. Ng’eno, Principal Secretary in Charge of the State Department for Environment and Climate, represented by Dr. Faith Nyokabi, Head of Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).
The RCoE Data Geoportal was launched during the Data & Information Engagement Workshop for Protected and Conserved Areas at the Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) in Nairobi, Kenya. The workshop brought together experts from 24 project countries, fostering a culture of shared learning, innovation, and collaboration.
“By bringing together experts from across eastern and southern Africa, we are fostering a culture of shared learning, innovation, and collaboration. Our goal is to equip communities, governments, and organizations with the information and tools they need to manage ecosystems sustainably,” said Dr. Éliane Ubalijoro, Chief Executive Officer of the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) and Director General of ICRAF.
The four-day workshop aimed to strengthen relationships with institutions managing data on protected areas and demonstrate the importance of data in decision-making for governance and conservation.
“The workshop offers a platform to showcase our progress on data for Protected and Conserved Areas and to explore how data can drive impactful conservation efforts,” noted RCMRD Director General, Dr. Emmanuel Nkurunziza.
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The Regional Centre of Excellence (RCoE) was officially launched its Data Geoportal during the Data & Information Engagement Workshop for Protected and Conserved Areas, held at the Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) in Nairobi, Kenya.
This innovative platform will serve as a vital resource for conservationists, policymakers, and data specialists from 24 project countries across Eastern and Southern Africa, including: Angola, Botswana, Comoros, Djibouti, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Kenya, Lesotho, Madagascar and Malawi. others include Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Seychelles, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
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The RCoE Data Geoportal aims to enhance ecosystem management and conservation efforts by providing easy access to critical data, interactive mapping, and analytical tools.
To explore the RCoE Data Geoportal, visit: https://rcoe-geoportal.rcmrd.org/
