Adamu Muhammad Adamu   

Based in Nigeria

 

Adamu Muhammad Adamu is an undergraduate student of Geography and Environmental Management at Gombe State University, Gombe, Nigeria. With a passion for geospatial technology and its power to transform communities, Adamu actively engages in mapping and development-focused initiatives that create lasting impact both locally and globally. He serves as the President of the YouthMappers chapter at Gombe State University, where he leads mapping activities, coordinates trainings, and mobilizes students for social impact through geospatial data. His leadership has contributed to the chapter’s growth as a hub for young innovators using mapping to tackle local and global challenges. In 2024, Adamu was selected as a YouthMappers Leadership Fellow, joining other outstanding students from around the world for a transformative experience in Bangkok, Thailand. 

Adamu believes that the power of maps lies not just in navigation, but in representation, advocacy, and building inclusive solutions for sustainable development.

 

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America Elohor Jane    

Based in Nigeria

 

America Elohor Jane is a dedicated student of Geography and Environmental Management at the University of Port Harcourt. As the President of the Unique Mappers Team, America has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, being selected as a 2024 YouthMappers Leadership Fellow. She is also an active OpenStreetMap (OSM) member, utilizing her geospatial analysis skills to solve real-life problems through mapping and GIS.

With a passion for technology and a drive to empower others, America has contributed to various projects, including the HOT Tasking Manager Projects. She has also successfully engaged her team in mapping projects and training initiatives, showcasing her ability to collaborate and lead. Additionally, America has a strong passion for data field collection, recognizing the importance of accurate and reliable data in informing decision-making.

America's ultimate goal is to harness the power of GIS and mapping to address real-world problems, with a specific focus on disaster management. She envisions a future where geospatial technologies are leveraged to mitigate the impact of disasters, enhance emergency response, and support sustainable development. As a geospatial analyst, America is committed to using her skills to drive positive change, and she looks forward to continuing to make a meaningful impact in her community and beyond. As a YouthMappers Regional Ambassador, America aims to leverage her skills and experience to support and empower others in the geospatial community, promoting the use of mapping and GIS to address real-world challenges.

 

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Bapaala Alhassan Zuliatu    

Based in Ghana

 

Bapaala Alhassan Zuliatu is a student at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana, pursuing a BA in Geography and Rural Development. A 2024 YouthMappers Leadership Fellow, passionate about using geospatial technologies to address issues pertinent to sustainable development. She has served as Deputy Organizing Secretary and is currently the first Female Training coordinator of the KNUST YouthMappers chapter, where she has played a crucial role in its growth through various training programs, outreach activities, and collaborations with other chapters. She has led and participated in several impactful projects, including mapping and updating campus infrastructure and waste-collecting bins. She also took part in a mapping project organized by OpenStreetMap Ghana to enhance the data quality of Old Fadama in Accra, as well as a recent crop health analysis initiative designed to help farmers enhance agricultural productivity on her campus. She excelled in an inter-university mapping competition by Transform Transport, focused on cycling infrastructure in Ghana, ranking among the top seven participants. Her work has reached international audiences, as she has spoken at both the State of the Map Asia conference and the YouthMappers Africa Regional Virtual Conference. Through internships with MAP TECH Logistics, Action for Sustainable Development, and the Tumu Municipal Assembly, she has gained hands-on experience in GIS, remote sensing, team coordination, field data collection, and community engagement. She is committed to utilizing spatial data for inclusive development and social impact.

 

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Calvin Amevienku  

Based in Ghana

 

Calvin Kwame Amevienku is a recent graduate of the University for Development Studies (UDS), holding a BSc. in Environmental Science. He currently serves as an intern with the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), a leading private-sector body that advocates for industrial growth, supports local businesses, influences policy, and fosters partnerships across Ghana’s economy. Calvin has a strong passion for geospatial data, nature, and environmental sustainability. He actively volunteers with organizations such as the Ghana Recycling Initiative by Private Enterprises (GRIPE) and the Ghana Wildlife Society (GWS). His commitment to volunteerism and open mapping earned him a spot in the 2023 YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship and he recently participated in the State of the Map Nigeria Conference in 2024. On campus, Calvin played a vital role in advancing the mission of YouthMappers. He served as Chapter Secretary (2021/2022) and Public Relations Officer (2022/2023), contributing significantly to chapter activities and student engagement. He is well known among the YouthMappers Ghana community as a mentor and youth leader. Calvin believes in the principle of "thinking globally, acting locally" and strives to impact his surroundings in ways that create meaningful change for humanity and the planet. “How Man Thinketh Is Who He Is” is his favorite quote.
 

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Davie Nthiya  

Based in Malawi

 

Davie Nthiya is an Associate Lecturer in quantitative Geography at the University of Malawi, specializing in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Remote Sensing. With a strong academic foundation, Davie holds a Bachelor of Science in Geography from the University of Malawi. His expertise lies in data generation and analysis, particularly through platforms like OpenStreetMap (OSM). As a dynamic leader and collaborator, Davie served as the President of the University of Malawi Youth Mappers, where he played a pivotal role in mobilizing students and community members to generate vital spatial data for underrepresented areas. In recognition of his dedication to diversity, inclusion and open mapping, he was awarded the prestigious Youth Mappers Leadership Fellowship in 2023. His research interests span environmental monitoring, Urban and Climate studies.

 

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Emmanuel Richard Mahe

Based in Tanzania

Emmanuel is a Tanzanian lawyer with strong expertise in legal, human rights, and environmental issues. He currently serves as the Legal Affairs and Community Engagement Manager at GeoTE, where he applies geospatial technology to address environmental challenges. Emmanuel is the Chapter Founder of JUCo YouthMappers at Jordan University College in Morogoro, Tanzania, and served as its first President from 2022 to 2023. His leadership and dedication earned him recognition as a 2023 YouthMappers Leadership Fellow. He is actively engaged in training, mentoring, conflict resolution and community engagement initiatives. Through his journey with YouthMappers, Emmanuel has gained advanced mapping skills with a deep commitment to promoting gender inclusion and climate resilience. His goals within the YouthMappers network focus on empowering youth especially young women to use geospatial technology for sustainable development and climate action. Emmanuel continues to champion youth-led solutions that foster equality, innovation, and resilience in underserved communities.
 

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Fenoharimihaja Nomena ANDRIANARIVO    

Based in Madagascar

 

Fenoharimihaja Nomena ANDRIANARIVO is a first-year master's student in Agronomy at the Institut Supérieur de Technologie d’Ambositra, while also pursuing studies in Digital Cartography and Sustainable Development at the University of Fianarantsoa. A committed and visionary young leader, she serves as president of the YouthManiaMapping ISTA Madagascar chapter and was selected as a YouthMappers Leadership Fellow in 2023, reflecting her internationally recognized leadership. Since 2024, she has also been an active member of OpenStreetMap Madagascar. She proudly represented her chapter at the first-ever State of the Map Madagascar, contributing to the growth of open mapping in her country. At the intersection of agronomy and cartography, she leverages Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as powerful tools for environmental protection, humanitarian aid, and local development. Deeply convinced that cartography is a cross-cutting discipline, she strongly believes that "cartography is not reserved for a specific category of people; it is accessible to all." She actively works to break down the social and intellectual barriers that limit access to it. A determined and passionate advocate, she works to democratize the use of geospatial tools—especially among youth—to empower them and engage them in sustainable development efforts. She fully embodies the motto: "We don't just build maps, we build mappers," as a map only has value when it is supported by an engaged community.

 

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Hawanatu Urai Kamara  

Based in Sierra Leone

 

Hawanatu Urai Kamara is a graduate in Geology from the University of Sierra Leone (FBC).
She has developed a strong passion for geospatial technology, which she views as a transformative tool in understanding and addressing environmental challenges.

Believing that the power of maps extends beyond mere navigation, Hawanatu advocates for their role in representation and advocacy especially for marginalized communities. She is committed to leveraging geospatial technology to create inclusive solutions that promote sustainable development within her community and beyond.

 

Through her studies, Hawanatu gained the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute effectively to environmental management and sustainability efforts. Her dedication to making a positive impact is evident in her vision for a better, more equitable world.

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Iliya Philemon Mato  

Based in Nigeria

 

Philemon recently completed his first degree at the University of Jos, Nigeria where he obtained BSc. Ed. in Geography Education as well as a Diploma in Computer Science. He is a 2023 YouthMappers Leadership Fellow and also served as the President University of Jos YouthMappers from 2023 - 2024. He is enthusiastic about the use of GIS to improve the quality of teaching and learning Geography especially in secondary schools, He is also passionate about the application of Free and Open Source Geospatial tools and data in advancing Sustainable Development. He is the founder of a geospatial startup known as SpatialXplore which is currently at it early stages. At his free time, Philemon is a serial volunteer and an advocate for the environment; he actively volunteers with JAVS Environmental Care, Coalition for Biodiversity Conservationist in Nigeria (CBCN), and the African Mentorship Academy (AMA). Philemon is a humanitarian at heart and he believes everyone has something unique to offer when given the chance.

 

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Isia Francesco   

Based in Democratic Republic of Congo

 

ISIA Francesco holds a bachelor's degree in Geology and Mineral Exploration from the Official University of Bukavu in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He is interested in climate activism focused on protecting the Congo Basin through the NGO Green Congo Initiative. He has been involved in the YOUTH MAPPER community since 2021 as an active member through the Youth Motivated for Participatory Mapping chapter.

He represented his country at the 2023 Youtmapper Fellowship, which took place in Jamaica in the city of Montegobay under the theme of Participatory Mapping for Climate Resilience.
With his knowledge of cartography, he supports research students and students in the art of cartography. This allows for the mapping of areas affected by natural disasters such as landslides, floods, volcanic eruptions, and environmental pollution in the mining sector. They also support other national and international organizations in the field of mapping various community problems such as war displacement mapping. They are involved in various areas of their field, including the Wash service, which provides water solutions to communities in need through fodder water. This corresponds to the achievement of one of the objectives of sustainable development.

 

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Iyanu Joshua Gbiri

Based in Nigeria

 

Joshua is a geospatial expert with over seven years of experience applying cutting-edge technology to address real-world challenges, focusing on community development and resilience. He holds a degree in Surveying and Geoinformatics from the University of Lagos. Since 2020, he has been deeply involved in open participatory mapping and contributing to the OpenStreetMap (OSM) ecosystem, building community capacity to leverage geospatial data. This is exemplified by his leadership as both Vice President and President of YouthMappers Unilag, where he fostered a vibrant community dedicated to open-source mapping and humanitarian aid, facilitating projects that empower local communities to map their own environments.

While he is the founder of Joemetric Geo Consult, providing geospatial solutions across sectors like agriculture and sustainable planning, his passion lies in collaborative mapping. He is a licensed UAV pilot, further enhancing his ability to collect and analyze geospatial data. He is interested in research leveraging Earth Observation (EO) data, community involvement, and AI to map vulnerable populations like slum dwellers and mobilize support from relevant stakeholders. Beyond mapping, he is passionate about building geospatial solutions to enhance community resilience, improve access to essential services, and advocate for sustainable and inclusive urban development.

 

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Joy Unene

Based in Zambia

 

Joy Unene is a final year student at the University Of Zambia (UNZA), pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Project Management and International Relations. Although not originally from an environmental background, Joy discovered a deep interest in geospatial data in 2022 through YouthMappers and has never looked back ever since.

Her journey in mapping has been driven by a genuine desire to make an impact, especially in development contexts where data- driven decisions can transform lives. Joy believes in being the change wants to see, and this conviction has shaped her leadership style and community engagement. She currently serves as the President of the YouthMappers chapter at UNZA, where she leads initiatives focused on using mapping to support development goals and address local challenges. As part of her leadership development, Joy was honored to be selected as a member in the 2024 YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship cohort, an experience that further equipped her with the skills and expertise to drive impactful geospatial initiatives. Joy is also passionate about youth empowerment, collaborative learning and inclusive development. Her academic background in project management and international relations gives her a unique edge in applying mapping technologies to real-world policy, humanitarian, development issues. She hopes to continue mapping as a tool to bring visibility to underrepresented communities, inform better planning, and inspire others to take action.

With a strong belief in servant leadership, Joy is committed to creating spaces where others especially young people can learn, grow and lead. She sees mapping not just as a technical tool, but as a powerful way to drive meaningful change, promote inclusivity and shape sustainable futures.

 

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Kakooza Azizi 

Based in Uganda

 

Azizi is a graduate student at Makerere University, currently pursuing a Master’s in Information Technology. He is passionate about using geospatial data, technology, and a multi-disciplinary approach to address community challenges and foster development. As the pioneering president of the KabU YouthMappers chapter at Kabale University (2021–2022), he trained students in open mapping and led projects that mapped essential amenities and infrastructure. Azizi currently works as a Technical Officer at the Ugandan Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, where he applies his technical expertise to support national development goals.

In 2023, he was selected to attend the YouthMappers fellowship summit in Jamaica, gaining valuable insights from professionals in GIS, community building, and leadership. Building on this experience, he now focuses on how GIS, IoT, and Artificial Intelligence can improve physical security, food security, and environmental conservation. He has contributed to several technology-based initiatives, including solutions for child nutrition, water quality monitoring, and education accessibility. As an environmentalist, he is also involved in afforestation and reforestation projects. He believes that empowering young people with social responsibility, technical skills, and leadership abilities is key to achieving sustainable community development worldwide.

 

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Kwadwo Agyenim- Boateng 

Based in Ghana

 

Kwadwo Agyenim-Boateng is a graduate of the University of Cape Coast, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography and Regional Planning. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Integrated Coastal Zone Management and serves as a 2023 YouthMappers Leadership Fellow. Kwadwo is passionate about leveraging open-source geospatial data to address developmental challenges and drive positive change in communities. With experience in applying Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing in coastal ecosystems, he is also a skilled drone pilot who employs advanced technologies to capture critical spatial data.

During his undergraduate studies, Kwadwo held leadership roles as the Organizing Secretary and President of UCC YouthMappers. His dedication to effective communication led him to develop a niche in storytelling and blog writing, earning him the Best YouthMappers Blog award in 2022 and the YouthMappers Best Co-authored Blog accolade in 2023. As an ambassador, he aims to empower young people to become positive agents of change through innovative geospatial solutions and impactful narratives. Kwadwo’s work bridges the gap between scientific research and community application, inspiring his peers to utilize mapping tools for building resilient, sustainable communities.

 

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Maluleke Karabo Vinolia 

Based in South Africa

Karabo Vinolia Maluleke is a graduate in Environmental Sciences from the University of Limpopo with a deep interest in GIS, remote sensing, and sustainable development. She began her journey with YouthMappers in 2022, serving as the chapter secretary, and later took on the role of President in 2024. That same year, she was selected as a YouthMappers Leadership Fellow, further strengthening her leadership in geospatial initiatives that support environmental resilience and youth empowerment.

Karabo also participated in the Africa Matters Initiative's Her Environment, Her Future program, where she focused on environmental education and advocacy. During the program, she took part in the Mandela Day Plastic Patrol, actively mapping illegal dumping sites and engaging communities on the importance of proper waste management.

Her academic and community work focuses on solid waste management, land-use optimization, and data-driven decision-making in Limpopo Province. She uses tools such as KoboCollect and the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to support local environmental solutions. Passionate about empowering women and youth, Karabo sees geospatial technology as a tool for change bridging knowledge, advocacy, and sustainable action to create a more just and resilient future.

Karabo is passionate about empowering youth and women through environmental education and spatial data, believing that informed communities are key to sustainable development. Her work bridges technology and activism, positioning her as a committed leader in advancing environmental justice and resilience in Africa.

 

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Mary Muthee  

Based in Kenya

 

Mary Muthee is a Geospatial Specialist and open mapping enthusiast who has been actively involved with YouthMappers since 2021. She served as the 2022/2023 Chapter President at the Technical University of Kenya and is a 2024 YouthMappers Leadership Fellow. Through YouthMappers, she has mentored and collaborated with students and young professionals to promote the use of geospatial technologies for sustainable development.

Mary has contributed to projects across agriculture, environment, and humanitarian response with organizations including LocateIT Ltd, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO-UN), the Kenya Red Cross Society, and GeoPsy Research.

Outside of her career, she enjoys hiking, photography, bowling, and traveling to new places, especially those with beautiful, untapped nature.

 

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Michael Jurua 

Based in Uganda

 

Michael Jurua is a Ugandan geospatial scientist and the current Conservation Science & MEL Manager at the Jane Goodall Institute Uganda. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying and Geomatics from Makerere University, where he previously served as Vice President of the YouthMappers chapter. Michael brings extensive experience in remote sensing, geo-AI, and open geospatial technologies, with a strong focus on conservation, disaster resilience, and sustainable development.

He has led and contributed to numerous high-impact projects across Uganda, including forest monitoring, energy access mapping, and community-led slum profiling. Michael is the Executive Director of MaPRI Initiative Uganda, a youth-founded nonprofit leveraging geospatial tools to improve the wellbeing of marginalized communities. His research has been supported by organizations like Digital Earth Africa, NASA, and UNDP, and he has presented at major international forums including COP16 and GEO Global Forums.

As a YouthMappers Regional Ambassador for East Africa, Michael is committed to strengthening chapter engagement, promoting open mapping, and creating opportunities for young mappers to grow as global leaders in geospatial science and humanitarian action.

 

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Momoh Lamin  

Based in Sierra Leone

 

Momoh is an undergraduate Computer Science student majoring in Geospatial Analysis and GIS Applications. He is a graduate in Mobile Application Development from Eastern Technical University of Sierra Leone. A passionate tech leader, Momoh served as President and now Technical Advisor for the YouthMappers Technical University East chapter. He is a 2023 YouthMappers Leadership Fellow, a member of the OpenStreetMap community, and part of the OpenStreetMap Sierra Leone Steering Committee.

Dedicated to youth and community development, he led impactful mapping projects such as rural water resource mapping (winner of the Digital Earth Africa Technical Challenge), cocoa farm mapping with Miracle of Help Sierra Leone, and mapping of ICT resource centers in Kenema. He is a strong advocate for gender equity and climate action, currently leading the Smart Agriculture and Climate Resilience for Women’s Empowerment project (supported by Australian Aid), and STEM Education and Training for Women and Girls (supported by LEAP Africa).

Momoh is also a Research Assistant at Gola Rainforest Conservation, a Web Developer for the Sierra Leone Embassy in Russia (remote), and a Visiting Academic at the Kenema STEM Center. He remains committed to open data, tech for good, and empowering youth through geospatial innovation and collaboration.

 

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Mphatso Ben 

Based in Malawi

Mphatso Ben is a Geography graduate and current Part-time Lecturer at the University of Malawi. He is passionate about climate diplomacy, sustainability, and the application of geospatial technologies in development. He serves as an Academic Committee Executive at OpenStreetMap Malawi and is a scholar under the African Group of Negotiators Experts Support (AGNES), where he expanded his understanding of climate governance and policy.

Mphatso was selected as a 2023 YouthMappers Leadership Fellow in Jamaica and a 2024 Climate Diplomacy Academy Fellow in Kenya, where he gained practical experience in participatory GIS and regional climate action. He previously served as President of the UNIMA Geo-Society, Secretary of UNIMA YouthMappers, and Advocate Lead at Youth Action for Success and Development. Through his work, Mphatso is dedicated to strengthening community-based mapping, climate resilience, and data-driven solutions to address environmental challenges across Malawi and beyond.
 

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Nalumino Mayumbelo 

Based in Zambia

Nalumino Mayumbelo is an Urban and Regional Planner with a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning from the Copperbelt University, Zambia. Currently, she serves as a Town Planner at Ndola City Council under the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development, where she focuses on Integrated Development and Land use Planning. With a passion for creating coordinated and aesthetically pleasing urban environments, Nalumino leverages her 8 years of experience in Urban and Regional Planning to drive evidence-based decision-making through the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Nalumino was selected as a 2023 YouthMappers Leadership fellow and is now a YouthMappers Alumna. She is the Vice-chairperson and Co-founder of Local Knowledge Mappers (LKM), a non-governmental organisation in Zambia that promotes the use of geospatial data through mapping. Additionally, she was selected as a 2024 Mandela Washington Fellow under the ‘Leadership in Public Management’ track. Notably, she was a panelist at the 2024 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders Summit in Washington D.C., where she discussed ‘The Power of YouthMappers: How African Youth Are Using Digital Tools to Map Their World’. Nalumino believes that for a community to be sustainably planned and developed, it must be well mapped.

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Precious Matemba

Based in Malawi

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Precious Matemba is an undergraduate student of social and Environmental Science, majoring in Geography, at Nkhoma University in Malawi. With a passion deeply rooted in community engagement and sustainable development, he is actively involved in geospatial projects that tackle pressing environmental and humanitarian challenges. His volunteer work with the Malawi Red Cross Society and his role as President of the Nkhoma University YouthMappers chapter has given him the platform to drive youth-led climate action and promote the use of open data for resilience-building.
Precious has led impactful initiatives, such as organizing onboarding workshops for new YouthMappers and training sessions on using tools like the iD editor in OpenStreetMap. His technical expertise in GIS was further sharpened through his involvement in a Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) project funded by ESA Hub, where he contributed to generating geospatial data in cyclone-prone areas.

A three-time recipient of the Spatial People Awards and a proud alumnus of the 2024 YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship in Thailand, Precious is committed to leveraging digital mapping for inclusive development. He believes in the power of youth collaboration to address global challenges and is constantly advocating for equity, representation, and sustainable solutions through data. His vision is to continue using geospatial technologies as a tool for social change, empowering communities, and making visible the invisible.
 

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Ruvimbo Doreen Supiya 

Based in Zimbabwe

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Ruvimbo Doreen Supiya is a dedicated Drone Pilot and Geospatial Data Scientist from Zimbabwe. She holds a Bsc Honors Degree in Surveying and Geomatics from the Midlands State University and is currently studying towards a Msc in Geomatics Engineering at the University of Zimbabwe. She is also an executive member of OpenStreetMap Zimbabwe and an active contributor.In 2023 she participated in the YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship Summit in Jamaica. With a passion for leveraging technology to drive innovation, she specialises in utilising drone technology for advanced data collection and analysis. Currently, Ruvimbo is honing her skills in geomatics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to drive change. She believes that by embracing these transformative technologies, she can unlock new possibilities in geospatial solutions and empower communities across Africa.

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Salazar Sérgio Nhazilo

Based in Mozambique

Salazar Sérgio is a final-year student of Architecture and Physical Planning at Eduardo Mondlane University in Maputo. In 2022, he joined the YouthMappers network, where he discovered the power of OpenStreetMap and collaborative mapping to transform realities and use spatial data as agents of social change, regardless of the scale or nature of the problems.He participated in several initiatives of #MapeandoMeuBairro, where he contributed to the creation of data applied to a machine learning model to identify areas susceptible to waterborne diseases in Dar es Salaam, based on urban configuration. This experience reinforced his belief in the usefulness of open data to address various challenges, particularly those related to public health and urban planning.

In 2024, he took part in the YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship in Bangkok, Thailand, which strengthened his commitment to ethical leadership and social justice. Upon returning, he joined the leadership of the YouthMappers Mozambique Community chapter as a facilitator, where he helps organize workshops, trainings, and local projects based on open mapping, promoting a culture of citizen participation grounded in open data. For Salazar, knowledge in open data tools, architecture, and physical planning has greater value when used to address contemporary challenges and promote community-centered solutions.

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Samuel Ackon

Based in Ghana

Samuel Ackon is a graduate from the University of Ghana. He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Geography with History. Due to his love for maps he joined University of Ghana YouthMappers, where he became an Organizing Secretary and rose up to become a Chapter President. With the help of his outstanding executives and predecessors and amazing members, he trained and led mapping projects that addressed environmental problems. He was one of Ghanaian participants in the YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship 2024 held in Thailand. He collaborated with great minds across the world and shared ideas on how to use open-data to solve global issues. Having gotten the opportunity to intern with Ghana Meteorological Agency (Central Analysis and Forecasting Office), made him receive experience in weather forecasting and GIS. His role currently at the Planning Unit as a National Service Personnel at the La Nkwatanang-Madina Municipal Assembly strengthen his skills in urban planning, data management, policy development and community engagement. As a staunch advocate for open geospatial data, He believes the youth have the ability to make the world a better place for ourselves through GIS.

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