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Have you ever heard someone introduce themselves as a Space Weather Expert?

Neither had we.

In this episode of the GeoHabari Young Professionals Segment, Linus sits down with Mary Dusabe, a Navigation & Positioning Engineer at the Kenya Space Agency, researcher, instrumentation engineer, and space weather specialist, to unpack one of the most fascinating careers you've probably never heard of.

Together, they explore what space weather actually is, why solar storms matter, how they affect GPS, satellites and communication systems, and why this field is becoming increasingly important in our connected world.

But beyond the science lies an equally inspiring story.

Mary shares her journey into this highly specialized field, the decisions that shaped her career, the value of curiosity, the importance of building strong technical and communication skills, and why young professionals shouldn't be afraid to explore paths that don't yet have a roadmap.

Whether you're in geospatial sciences, engineering, technology, or simply trying to figure out your own career path, this conversation is packed with practical insights and a refreshing reminder that some of the most exciting careers are the ones we were never told about.

If you enjoyed this conversation, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who loves technology, science, or is still figuring out where their career might take them.

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What keeps the Director-General of the Kenya Space Agency, Major General Hillary Kipkosgey, up at night?

We caught up with him on the sidelines of the Global Data Festival and Kenya Space Conference & Expo to hear his perspective on:

• What success looks like for Kenya's space sector and the broader African ecosystem
  
  
• How Africa can collectively strengthen the upstream and downstream space value chain. 
  
  
• The one question we couldn't leave without asking: What keeps him up at night?

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What if the best career decisions aren't the ones you planned... but the ones you were curious enough to explore?

In this episode of the Young Professionals Segment on the GeoHabari Podcast, Linus and Chelsea sit down with Majuek, whose career journey is anything but conventional. Rather than following a neatly laid-out roadmap, he shares the lessons, mindset shifts, and experiences that helped shape his professional journey, and why sometimes the path only makes sense when you look back.

Together, they explore what it really means to create opportunities for yourself, build meaningful relationships, communicate your value, and remain open to unexpected turns along the way.

One of the standout moments from the conversation?

"If I can't call you tomorrow after networking, then all I just did was add a contact to my list."

It's a simple statement, but it completely reframes what networking is really about.

Whether you're a student trying to figure out your next step, an early-career professional navigating uncertainty, or someone simply wondering if they're "behind" in life, this conversation is a reminder that careers aren't built in straight lines—they're built through curiosity, relationships, consistency, and the courage to keep moving.

Sometimes the road is murky.

That doesn't mean you're lost.

It might just mean you're discovering a path that's uniquely yours.

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On this episode, host Yariwo Kitiyo sits down with Lisa Mbwia a Data and Spatial Consultant and Nancy Kinyua - Geospatial & MERL Specialist | Data Systems to explore what it really takes to turn data into impact in two of the most data-rich sectors: public health and agriculture.

Drawing from their experience working across geospatial technologies, public health, agriculture and development programmes, they unpack the realities of working with data in complex, real-world systems. From community health workers and smallholder farms to field validation, fragmented systems and data governance, this conversation goes beyond the datasets to explore the people, processes and decisions that ultimately shape impact.

Together, they discuss:

- The current state of the public health and agriculture data ecosystem.
- Practical applications of GIS and geospatial data in solving real-world challenges.
- Why rich datasets don't always translate into better outcomes.
- The realities of navigating fragmented data systems, governance and implementation.
- What builders, policymakers, funders and practitioners should consider when designing solutions that work in practice.

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What do we need to build data and space systems that underpin sustainable development? 

In Part II of The Builders Reality Room, we move beyond the builder's journey and into the ecosystem itself.
Bringing together perspectives from startups, funding and development organizations, government institutions, academia, and data and AI practitioners, this conversation explores what happens when the actors responsible for building, enabling, regulating, researching, and scaling systems sit at the same table.

Featuring Agnes Tsuma (GIZ), Eddie Kago (Antugrow), Charles Mwangi (Kenya Space Agency), Kory Korir (Amini), and Dr. Pamela Ochungo (Technical University of Kenya), the discussion unpacks how these ecosystem actors intersect in practice, where the gaps remain, and what it will take to build data and space systems that deliver impact at scale.

This episode is part of Geohabari's Global Data Festival 2026 and Kenya Space Expo Conference series.

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How do we need to build data and space systems that underpin sustainable development?

At the Global Data Festival and Kenya Space Expo Conference, Geohabari explored this question through The Builders Reality Room , a session bringing together different ecosystem perspectives on what it takes to build systems that create real-world impact.

We begin with the builder’s perspective.

Antugrow, with over 3,000 farmers on the platform, paying customers, and growing adoption, offers a grounded view of what building looks like in practice. As COO Brian Amani notes, customers don’t necessarily care about the data — they care about the value it creates.

In this episode, Brian shares Antugrow’s journey from a research project to a growing agri-data intelligence company, including the iterations that shaped the platform and how farmer challenges around information, finance, and performance informed its evolution.

The session also explores their product journey — from Antugrow Farm Adviser, powered by Earth Observation data, to SmartShamba, an integrated agricultural intelligence ecosystem comprising SmartShamba Intelligence, SmartShamba Search, SmartShamba Diary, and Shambani.

This is Inside the Build — Part I of The Builders Reality Room.

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Ever wondered what actually happens after you click "Submit Application"?

In this episode of the Young Professionals Segment on GeoHabari Podcast, Linus and AnnStella sit down with Kate and Diana, Co-Founders of Talent Partner Limited, for an honest conversation about what happens inside the hiring room and how young professionals can better position themselves for opportunities in today's job market.

Together, they unpack the realities of recruitment, what recruiters and hiring managers pay attention to when reviewing applications, and some of the common mistakes that cause candidates to miss out on opportunities.

The conversation explores:

• What recruiters look for in a CV
• The role of skills, experience, and academic qualifications
• Building portfolios that stand out
• LinkedIn and professional branding
• Interview preparation and presentation
• Common application mistakes
• The realities of hiring in today's market
• Practical advice for students, graduates, and early-career professionals
  
  

Most importantly, this episode moves beyond theory and dives into practical insights that can help you navigate your next application, interview, or career move with greater confidence.

Whether you're a student preparing for the job market, a recent graduate, or a professional looking to position yourself more effectively, this conversation is packed with actionable lessons and insider perspectives.

Enjoy!

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On this episode, the hosts —Yariwo Kitiyo and Joyce Gathoni — sit down for a heart-to-heart conversation with Wanjohi Kibui, a GIS consultant and Founder & Director of LiGIS Consulting.

We explore his journey from starting out as a freelancer to eventually building a company and leading a growing team. Wanjohi shares how his early career was shaped by major projects, including building a land information system for the National Land Commission and how that opened doors to long-term contracts and clients across the region.

He also unpacks the realities of freelancing , the opportunities, the challenges and what it really takes to sustain it, while also running a GIS consultancy firm. We dig into how he balances both worlds and what that looks like in practice.
Along the way, we get practical insights on how to sell your services, position yourself for gigs, and build credibility in a competitive space.
If you’re interested in independence from the start i.e freelancing, consulting, or building your own company while planning for long-term growth , this episode is for you. Wanjohi has spent much of his career working independently, and he brings a grounded, real-world perspective on what that journey actually looks like.

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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 ecosystem—from the basics of carbon sequestration and activities that drive emissions, to how geospatial data and Earth Observation enable measurement, monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV).

The conversation dives into how carbon sinks are determined, the methodologies behind carbon credits, and the datasets and tools (including GIS platforms like QGIS) used in real-world projects.

Samuel also shares insights on the role of geospatial professionals in this space, career pathways, and the biggest gaps in the carbon markets ecosystem—especially where opportunities exist across Africa and emerging markets.

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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.

This is a technically rich conversation, from rethinking the lifespan of shapefiles to the rise of newer formats like GeoParquet. We get into how DuckDB is changing the way we interact with data as a lightweight OLAP engine, and why it’s quickly becoming a go-to in modern workflows.

And yes, H3 hexagons make an appearance. The system popularized by Uber comes up as we explore how spatial indexing is shaping analytics and visualization in practice.

Safe to say… we opened all the geotech tabs in this one.
Enjoy the episode, and let us know: what tools are you currently exploring, and how are they shaping your workflows?