Chinese software firm inks deal with Kenya to boost geospatial technology cooperation

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Chinese software firm inks deal with Kenya to boost geospatial technology cooperation

STORY: Chinese software firm inks deal with Kenya to boost geospatial technology cooperation SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 22, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:04:15 LOCATION: Nairobi CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the conference 2. SOUNDBITE (English): MOSES AKALI, Director, Directorate of Resource Surveys and Remote Sensing STORYLINE: Chinese technology firm, Supermap International, signed an agreement with Kenya's Directorate of Resource Surveys and Remote Sensing (DRSRS) on Wednesday, aimed at enhancing the East African nation's proficiency in geospatial technology. The agreement entails training for over 70 Kenyan government officials, academics and private sector individuals in advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) over the course of one year, said Director of DRSRS Moses Akali. "The collaboration between DRSRS and Supermap International seeks to bolster Kenya's institutional capacity in utilizing space-derived products, services and customized tools for diverse needs in natural r

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