We got it too😊😊😊😄as a motherboard of all chapters in Zambia. Thank you to all our @youthmappers members at The University of Zambia for your commitment and hard work.
"OpenStreetMap is a very, like, much more democratized kind of approach to map making."
Former @OpenStreetMapUS board member @1ec5 drew a clear contrast between OSM and other maps on @bbcworldservice TechTalk today.
showlink + transcript of the clip are 👇
Happy Open Data Day 2025 🎉
A great day #FPT2025 with @SMCoSEYM as we celebrated open data day and Women's day (A special tribute to women in mapping & tech) 2025.
Our five day journey has been nothing short of inspiring.
Thank you @OKFN for supporting the event.
On this historic day, Local Knowledge Mappers proudly acknowledges women's tireless efforts & contributions in open mapping across Zambia & the globe. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible women of OSM Zambia Community and worldwide. Happy International Women's Day
This year has been amazing! Lots of challenges to overcome, new opportunities, and, of course, new experiences.
Here's a short film summing up how 2024 has been with my wonderful #YouthMappers in #Ghana
We're excited to announce that Meta is now an OpenStreetMap Foundation Platinum Corporate Member. This commitment reflects our dedication to supporting the growth and development of #OpenStreetMap.
Read more: https://t.co/py8ztpQiSa
It was a great ending with LKM community members and others who had joined the call. It was full of fun moments and reflections, including a surprise visit by @Erick_tambah, the regional Amba for @youthmappers. We also took time to recognize YM chapters we work with!
Check out The Climate Watch’s article on the Dhaka Thrive project, enhancing resilience in Dhaka’s informal settlements. The project identifies flood risks, dengue hotspots, and fire hazards using tools like Mapillary and Open Data Kit.
🔗 Read more: https://t.co/qGxJBasGGp
📣 The OSMF has been selected by the Sovereign Tech Agency (@sovtechagency) for a service agreement in the amount of €384k over 2 years to ensure the stability, growth and modernization of OSM's core software.
#opensource#opendata
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The 24-hour Telemapathon brought together humanitarian experts and mappers from around the world to share insights, inspire action, and advance open mapping solutions for critical challenges.
Here are a few inspiring statements from some speakers
During #SotMRwanda2024 we recognized JEANNETTE NYINAWUMUNTU as the Exceptional Community Leader, contributing to and driving open data development and humanitarian response in @osm_Rwanda . Her efforts in community mentorship and her commitment to excellence inspire us all.
It's today, 22/12/2024.
YouthMappers Interchapter Meet Up Zambia as part of our end-of-the-year Party.
Visit: https://t.co/mffqMmDeXx check our 2024 impact report.
@youthmappers@OMDTZ@openmapping_esa@FAOZambia .
Thank you, we can not wait to meet you all online😃Guess?