Building Momentum, Driving National Uptake in EO and Space
The 2026 NEOSS Communities of Practice (CoP) Integrated Workshop and Training will take place from 27 – 28 July 2026 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Tshwane, South Africa.
This integrated workshop brings together all CoPs to strengthen knowledge sharing, alignment, and collaboration across the Earth Observation and Space community. The workshop will provide an opportunity for CoPs to share progress, exchange experiences, and explore areas for stronger coordination and collective impact.
The capacity-building training, organised in collaboration with GEO, will introduce participants to the SA-GEO Knowledge Hub, including how to develop knowledge packages, contribute resources, and participate as knowledge providers within the platform.
27 July 2026 – Capacity-Building Training
28 July 2026 – Integrated CoP Workshop
More details about the CoP Integrated Workshop and Capacity-Building Training will be shared soon.
Reasons to attend
Attending the 2026 NEOSS CoP Integrated Workshop and Training offers valuable opportunities for the Earth Observations (EO) and space community:
- Gain insights into national progress by engaging with the latest developments of the SAGEO Knowledge Hub, designed to support decision-making, data access, and knowledge sharing across sectors in South Africa.
- Review and reflect on the EO Maturity Indicator (EOMI) findings, and contribute to shaping the national response to identified gaps in EO infrastructure, data use, engagement, and policy alignment.
- Contribute South African resources (datasets, tools, case studies, platforms) to enrich the national Knowledge Hub and ensure that locally relevant content is represented and accessible.
- Co-develop Knowledge Packages tailored to national priorities and user needs, fostering inclusive and practical EO solutions grounded in local expertise and context.
- Strengthen collaboration and coherence across the CoPs by connecting with experts, institutions, and practitioners working across EO and space domains—paving the way for more integrated and impactful actions.
- Help shape the national EO and Space agenda by participating in discussions that will inform next steps for CoPs, guide future engagements, and support greater uptake of EO and space applications for development.