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SUMMARY:South African National Geodesy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Towards a National Geodesy Working Group for South Africa  \nGeodesy — the science of measuring the Earth’s shape\, orientation\, gravity field\, and changes over time — is the foundation of modern mapping\, positioning\, land administration\, infrastructure\, and climate monitoring. \nSouth Africa has a proud history in terrestrial and space geodesy\, from early triangulation networks to today’s NRF Space Geodesy facilities\, TrigNet GNSS stations\, tide gauges\, and participation in global collaborations. Yet\, our efforts remain fragmented across institutions\, with limited coordination. \nIn 2015\, the United Nations adopted Resolution A/RES/69/266 on the Global Geodetic Reference Frame for Sustainable Development (GGRF)\, calling on all countries to strengthen geodetic infrastructure\, skills\, and governance. South Africa must respond by aligning nationally and globally. \nTo this end\, a National Geodesy Workshop will be convened to: \n\nBring together key stakeholders in geodesy.\nStrengthen coordination of infrastructure\, data\, services\, and skills.\nAlign with the UN-GGRF agenda.\nEstablish a National Geodesy Working Group as a formal coordination mechanism.\n\nThis is an exciting step towards ensuring that South Africa continues to play a leading role in geodesy\, contributing both to national development and the global community.
URL:https://geodesy.science/event/south-african-national-geodesy-workshop/
LOCATION:South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) Auditorium\, SAAO\, 1 Observatory Rd\, Observatory\, Cape Town\, Cape Town\, 7925\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:GGOS,UN (United Nations)
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ORGANIZER;CN="DSTI":MAILTO:aletha.dewitt@dsti.gov.za
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