Geospatial Technology To mitigate COVID-19

Mapping the location history of COVID-19 patients is critical in identifying areas that have been exposed to the virus.

Through the use of the geolocation data of positively-tested patients, COVID-19 hotspots can be identified even before cases are confirmed, allowing for early intervention by public health authorities and hence helping the government in making decisions and at the end minimising the cost of fighting this pandemic .

GESA VISIT AT ICIPE

Refreshingly punctual, we began the day with a friendly and enthusiastic welcome by registration overseen by Ms. Mumba.

Settling into the Hive Room, it took only a quick round of introductions for us to get the ball rolling. A brief overview of the important work carried out by ICIPE by Dr. Abdel-Rahman, was followed by a series of brief, informative and interactive presentations by the lovely quartet Mr. Mong'are, Ms. Wangu, Ms. Onditi and Mr. Kanji.