Fundamental concepts of spatial data infrastructure (SDI) and the initiatives taken by Africa through the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UN-ECA) under the Commission on Development Information (CODI) framework
Mwero, Kombo
This paper discusses the above topic and specifically elaborates on the real meaning of the term Spatial Data Infrastructure-SDI in very simple terms. The new approach I believe will further promote awareness raising and accelerate adaptation by countries world over. The paper will be another attempt to reach out and qualify the meaning of SDI to the majority who have failed to understand or have a clouded meaning of the underlying principles behind the concept. An example shall be drawn from the application of outdoor advertisement and its significance in reaching out to the masses. The principle in this model is to emphasize the central role played by the super structure as a base in playing host to different notices. The second aspect to be covered in the presentation is to demonstrate the efforts being made in the establishment of SDI in Africa through UNECA under the CODI framework. Details of the Kenyaas SDI initiatives and the extent of compliance shall be discussed at great length. In this respect recognition be given to the National Mapping Organization (NMO) as strategic in the provision of the fundamental core data sets. In the same vein Governments prioritize in resource allocation by providing sufficient funds to increase capacity of the NMOs in support of the activities under the programme.
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