Based on a previous question of last week related with the existing (possible) technological gap of GIS applications (software and hardware) between developed and developing countries, I understand that some projects (national or international) have promoted new aspects and objectives of Geospatial Technologies to certain, developing regions of the planet. Knowing and comprehending the value of GIS applications within such projects could give a pool list of further information, add-ons, experiences, ideas and implementation opportunities to other scientists so as to support the scientific community that currently is trying to develop projects with similar scope to other parts of the world and maybe, they are not familiar with the existence of and adjacent, helpful project.
There are thousands of projects going on all over the world that involve the use of GIS tools for rural and urban development. We used GIS tools for implementing an integrated water resources management projects in Africa which was financed by USAID.
There are thousands of projects going on all over the world that involve the use of GIS tools for rural and urban development. We used GIS tools for implementing an integrated water resources management projects in Africa which was financed by USAID.
Dear Shimelis, thank you very much for your response.
Indeed, USAID have succeeded in promoting several projects for developing countries with significant contribution. It is a really good start point for gathering information.
Of course there are also many other projects that involve the use of GIS tools for rural and urban development in those countries. However, in order to reduce the number of related projects, there are some exceptional projects that provide a "step-beyond" in scientific excellence, promoting innovative perspectives that could be approached from other consortiums operating within scientific frameworks targeting in rising further benefits for developing countries.
My goal is to gather information and links on such projects from scientists and other individuals that have a personal aspect, knowledge and experience of their success.
For example, I could advise you to take a look at the GEOFAIRTRADE project : , where I participated a little bit. This project approaches aspects of Fair Trade through Geotraceability in central Africa, supporting additional geospatial indicators.
Scientists could take advantage of such a list of pioneering projects with multiple perspectives and uses of advanced Geospatial infrastructures and objectives. I believe, it would be an interested database of excellent projects for further exploration.
Regards, Abraham
This is truly a professional and a researcher's question. A number of GIS projects have been completed so far in my country and still many more are under implementation. Some of the areas for which GIS has been or being embedded include:
Lands Record Management System, Forest, Utility mapping and services, Wet lands, biodiversity, health, census, agriculture, watershed management and home land security etc.
Asmat, thank you once more. You briefing is showing the creativity that could be delivered through projects related with GIS. If it is possible for you, and you are familiar with such projects, I would kindly ask you to give some links of these projects so as to enlighten the rest of us with their accomplishments.
Thank you in advance, Abraham
Hi Abraham
The Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC) used this in the Jaffna District in Sri Lanka circa 2004-6 I believe. I was highly impressed with their database - predominately revolving around the reconstruction of schools..
Cheers
Adi
Dear Adi, thank you very much. I really appreciate your contribution. I searched a little bit the database of SDC and I found 242 related links with GIS. Although I haven't seen this part as regards the Jaffna District, I must say that I am very impressed by the important work that is being done through SDC. Currently I want to search on GIS applications to health and nourishment issues in developing countries, however, I will check more thoroughly their website after the 16th of October because of a projects' deadline. Once more, thank you very much. Best regards, Abraham
Dear,
In Brazil, there are many projects that use GIS. As an example I mention the implementation of the road system and urban infrastructure such as water, sewer, gas.
Regards,
Vanessa
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