Space-IoT Talent Training Programme Cohort-2
Another opportunity comes rarely!
A three-month remote learning journey for students, early-career professionals, and innovators working at the intersection of space technology, digital systems, and sustainable agriculture, delivered within the Horizon Europe KijaniSpace framework.
Talent Training Programme - Cohort 2
Dedicated to aquaculture advancement and sustainable fishing practices along the Lake Victoria shoreline. Delivered primarily online, with participants gaining hands-on experience combining Earth Observation data, IoT sensors, and local knowledge into operational decision-support solutions for farms and aquaculture systems.
SIDO, Mwanza, Tanzania
Output: Working Prototypes & Algorithms
29 Sep - 3 Dec
Programme timeline
29 Sep 2026
On-site Hackathon
3-6 hrs
Per week commitment
~60
Programme attendedes
SPECIAL EVENT
The SIDO Hackathon
The pinnacle of the programme is a focused, on-site Hackathon where participants collaborate in an intensive innovation sprint with experts and stakeholders from across the Lake Victoria region and Europe.
EU Funded
Free for all participants via Horizon Europe.
Full Catering
Catering will be provided for the hackathon participants
LOCATION PARTNER
SIDO
Mwanza, Tanzania
STRUCTURE
Schedule & Curriculum
Delivered through weekly live sessions every Thursday, starting at 3:00 PM East African Time (EAT) – interactive, applied, and expert-led.
UNIT 01
GIS & Earth Observation
Master spatial data fundamentals and remote sensing to monitor Earth's resources from orbit.
Starts 8 Oct
4 WEEKS
UNIT 02
Internet of Things (IoT)
Build and program in-situ sensor networks that bridge the gap between soil and satellite.
Starts 5 Nov
4 WEEKS
UNIT 03
App Dev & Use-cases
Synthesize data into actionable digital applications for precision farming and aquaculture.
Starts 3 Dec
1 WEEK
Lecture Schedule Reference
A week-by-week breakdown of the learning modules.
Practical Application at the Core
The curriculum doesn’t just theorize; it executes. Participants transform Earth Observation data, IoT sensor inputs, and local knowledge into operational decision-support solutions for farms and aquaculture systems, applying satellite and sensor data in real pilot contexts.
Along the way, participants engage directly with farmers, researchers, and technology providers across Europe and Africa, gaining insight into real-world constraints, data governance, and responsible innovation.
Copernicus satellite data of orbital observation of land, water, and crop conditions
In-situ IoT sensors provide ground-level readings from the field and shoreline
Decision-support tools for operational concepts for irrigation & aquaculture
Built for Balance
A flexible learning journey designed to fit around professional and academic commitments.
3-6 Hr per Week
Balanced commitment for deep work without burnout.
Team Collaboration
Solve complex challenges in diverse, international squads.
Dedicated Mentoring
Direct guidance from industry experts and researchers.
Online Sessions
Interactive workshops and exercises via live digital hubs.
CORE CURRICULUM
What You Will Experience
Copernicus data mining
Extract actionable insights from Europe's premier satellite constellations.
Geospatial integration
Merge diverse data layers into cohesive GIS platforms for local decision-making.
Irrigation & aquaculture
Apply technical frameworks to real irrigation and aquaculture concepts.
AI-assisted analytics
Use AI-assisted analytics to support agricultural decision-making.
Interdisciplinary teamwork
Collaborate across GIS, IoT, and app-development specialisms in mixed teams.
Global engagement
Direct interaction with farmers, top-tier researchers, and cutting-edge tech providers across Europe and Africa. Network with the architects of the next agricultural revolution.
TANGIBLE OUTCOMES
What You Will Build
A working prototype
An analytical model, algorithm, or decision-support concept developed across the programme.
An implementation brief
A short concept note describing the practical applicability of your solution.
A final presentation
Results shared during the final programme session, demonstrating operational feasibility and relevance to real agricultural use cases.
Certification
Earn the Certificate of Successful Completion as a recognized participant in the Horizon Europe framework.
70% Attendance Required
Final prototype submission
PREQUALIFICATION
Who should apply
Background in agriculture, environmental sciences, geoinformatics, ICT, engineering, data science, or a related field
Basic digital and data-handling skills
Motivation to work in interdisciplinary, international teams
Commitment to the full three-month programme, including the Hackathon
~60
KEY DATES
Application timeline
Inquiries & Program Support
Contact to be announced
SIDO, Mwanza, Tanzania
margaretsandra@lakehub.co.ke
Joining the Space-IoT Talent Programme means entering a legacy of sustainable innovation powered by European and African collaboration.
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