The Spatial Times #09 — Call for Contributions Now Open!

Every map begins with a story — and this year, we’re inviting you to tell yours.

The Spatial Times, GeoConnect’s flagship geospatial magazine, is back with its 9th edition under the theme:

This annual publication celebrates how geography, people, and technology intersect to shape Africa’s future. From youth-led mapping projects and community-driven GIS work to innovative uses of satellite imagery and open data — we want to highlight your impact.

Whether you’re a student, researcher, practitioner, or storyteller, this is your chance to showcase how spatial thinking is transforming your world.

📅 Submission Deadline: 22 November 2025​
🗓️ Publication Release: 15 December 2025

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👉 Read the Full Call for Contributions & Submission Guidelines

Partner With Us: Sponsorship Opportunities

Each issue of The Spatial Times is produced freely and made available to the public — made possible by supporters like you who believe in the power of open knowledge and community-driven impact.

Organizations, companies, and individuals can now join as sponsors for this year’s issue.

👉 View the Full Sponsorship Pack (PDF)

Stay Connected: Stories from GeoConnect

Catch up with what's been happening within our network

GeoConnect Supports the Launch of the YouthMappers Chapter at MUAST Learn more about our continued support for youth as we collaborated with OSM Zimbabwe to launch a new chapter at MUAST

Every place tells a story — of people, resilience, and innovation.
As we prepare to publish this year’s edition, your contributions and support help us celebrate those stories and amplify the voices shaping Africa’s geospatial future.

We can’t wait to see your submission — or to welcome you as one of our partners on this exciting journey.

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