GIS Day 2024 was a week-long celebration of geographic innovation, awareness, and community for Esri Eastern Africa. Our team embraced the opportunity to share the transformative power of GIS with students, professionals, and customers across the region, culminating in an unforgettable week of engagement and celebration.

The festivities kicked off with visits to educational institutions. Our staff traveled to Karatina University, Kenyatta University, Garissa County, Technical University of Kenya, and Maseno University, where they engaged with students and faculty. These sessions included interactive presentations, hands-on demonstrations, and discussions on how GIS technology is shaping industries, solving real-world problems, and driving innovation. The energy and enthusiasm from the students were contagious, as they explored how GIS could empower their future careers.

On the final day of Geography Awareness Week, we shifted gears to focus on our valued customers. To show our appreciation, we delivered cupcakes to organizations such as Kenya Power and KEMRI, thanking them for their commitment to leveraging GIS to improve their operations. The small gesture was met with warm smiles, creating a special connection as we celebrated the role of GIS in solving critical challenges in their respective fields.

The week-long celebrations concluded back at the Esri Eastern Africa office, where our team gathered to reflect on the incredible experiences of the past days. Together, we cut a beautifully decorated cake to mark the occasion. As we shared stories from our visits, the room was filled with laughter and pride. We reminisced about the curiosity of students who asked thought-provoking questions, the inspiring conversations with educators, and the gratitude expressed by our customers during the cupcake deliveries.

The GIS Day 2024 celebrations were a testament to the power of collaboration and the impact of geographic technology. From educational institutions to corporate offices, the week highlighted how GIS is transforming lives and industries across the region. It also reinforced our commitment to fostering a deeper understanding of the world through the lens of GIS.

As we ended the week, the sense of accomplishment and community spirit reminded us why GIS Day is so special—a day to celebrate not just technology, but the people who use it to make a difference.