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Nominations for the 2026 AURIN Peter Woodgate Award, honoring contributions to Australia's geospatial sector, are closing soon. The award recognizes individuals for their collaboration, mentorship, innovation, leadership, and impact within the profession.
Source: Spatial Source
MTN Uganda and Starlink have expanded their partnership to provide satellite broadband to enterprise customers in remote and underserved areas of Uganda. This collaboration integrates Starlink's LEO satellite capability into MTN's enterprise portfolio, enhancing connectivity for critical sectors.
Source: Itweb
The Western Australia government has opened applications for its 2027 Digital Public Sector Graduate Program, welcoming graduates in geospatial information systems, cybersecurity, data science, and ICT operations. This initiative aims to strengthen digital capabilities across the public sector and…
Source: Spatial Source
A weekly roundup highlights a significant increase in geospatial job opportunities across various Australian government departments, signaling growing demand for spatial skills in land conservation, environmental monitoring, transport, and urban planning. Roles range from GIS specialists and…
Source: Spatial Source
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) has launched a competition inviting high school learners to design the country's first official space mascot. This initiative aims to excite young people about South Africa's space sector and encourage STEM careers.
Source: SANSA
Nominations are now open for the AURIN Peter Woodgate Award, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to Australia's geospatial profession. The award honors Dr. Peter Woodgate's legacy of leadership and impact, encouraging nominations from all career stages.
Source: Spatial Source
Planet and the Government of Rwanda have launched a national program to provide satellite imagery and daily feeds to governmental agencies, public universities, and startups. This initiative aims to enhance decision-making in agriculture, urban planning, and disaster response, fostering innovation…
Source: Planet
The Africa Business Innovation Lab (ABIL) is accepting applications from African innovators developing solutions using Earth observation data. The program offers funding, technical assistance, and business development support to turn these technologies into commercially viable solutions for…
Source: Msmeafricaonline
The European Union is participating in the Philippine Space Week 2026, themed ‘Navigating Tomorrow’, highlighting its strong partnership with the Philippines through the Global Gateway initiative. This collaboration focuses on leveraging Copernicus Earth Observation technology, including the first…
Source: The Manila Times
Geospatial specialists and surveyors from across the Pacific received hands-on GNSS training in Fiji, supported by Australia. The program aimed to enhance skills for land management, disaster planning, and coastal monitoring, addressing surveying backlogs and strengthening regional networks.
Source: Spatial Source