Sep 15Adding Village Names to the Map; OSM Uganda CommunityAdding Village Names to the Map; OSM Uganda Community 90% of villages in Uganda have been documented on the map, promoting visibility and inclusivity for all. In an age where data drives decision-making, having accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date mapping information is very important. …Disaster Response2 min readDisaster Response2 min read
Sep 4Esri: Geospatial Skills & Community EngagementRe-direct to our Esri story map Utilizing Esri products to promote GIS awareness and build a sustainable community, click on this link for the whole story Introduction In February 2023, OpenStreetMap Uganda embarked on an exciting journey with the receipt of a significant grant from the Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri) through the Esri Non-Profit Program. The grant included a one-year license to Esri products that have significantly boosted our geospatial capabilities and community engagement.Esri1 min readEsri1 min read
Aug 22A Breakthrough in Sailing Safety, First Safe Sail Prototype Field TestA Breakthrough in Sailing Safety, First Safe Sail Prototype Field Test Navigating the expansive waters in Uganda and beyond has never been more precise, and reassuring, thanks to this groundbreaking technology, Safe Sail. On June 8th, 2023, with anticipation, the pioneering team behind this innovation embarked on its inaugural trial run in Kibanga Port. The Day of the Trial Bright and…Sailing Safety3 min readSailing Safety3 min read
Jul 13OpenStreetMap Uganda Empowering CommunitiesOpenStreetMap Uganda Empowering Communities OpenStreetMap Uganda’s primary goal is to contribute geospatial data for the creation of a comprehensive and user-friendly global map. This is driven by the active engagement of local communities through organizing different mapping activities like mapathons, university outreach programs, and online mapping campaigns. These activities bring people together to contribute…Open Mapping Skills5 min readOpen Mapping Skills5 min read
Jul 6Transforming Education with Digital and Open Mapping skillsTransforming Education with Digital and Open Mapping skills In Uganda, despite having a population of over 45 million people, a very small percentage actively contribute to OpenStreetMap. This low participation rate is a call to action for the local community to engage more actively in mapping activities. Community involvement in updating OpenStreetMap not only improves data accuracy but…3 min read3 min read
Jun 5Improving Sailing Safety and Rescue Operations in UgandaOSM Uganda’s Low-Cost Water Transport GPS Trackers, The Safe Sail Project According to the Ministry of Works and Transport, an average of 3,000 people drown in Ugandan water bodies every year but not all incidents are reported. This is due to limited navigational aids and the absence of tracking systems…5 min read5 min read
May 11OSM Uganda Goes Electric, advocating for a greener futureOSM Uganda Goes Electric, advocating for a greener future With the introduction of the new electric motorcycle for transporting digital learning equipment to schools for the OSM in Schools Program, OpenStreetMap Uganda shows commitment to providing innovative solutions to the challenges faced by students and educators in Uganda. The new…Climate Action3 min readClimate Action3 min read
