BLCK IoT at Nairobi Design

On March 14, Sovereign Nature Initiative invited the fall hackathon winners to meet again during Nairobi Design (Week) and discuss future collaboration possibilities with Kenya Wildlife Trust .?

During a panel hosted by Alessandro Mazzi , Head of Partnership at SNI, Bradley Azegele (BLCK IoT) discussed with Shirleen Gathungu (Entare Pride) and? Lumona Mulengwa (Gokijany), Winner and Runner-Up of the Lion-ID challenge, Catherine Bischoff (CEO Sovereign Nature Initiative) and Dr. Irene Amoke (CEO Kenya Wildlife Trust) the impact of Tech in the context of conservancy.?

The subsequent day, we engaged in an in-depth conversation with park rangers and other stakeholders to explore the potential impact and prospects of building Helium - LoRaWAN coverage and implementing different technologies in Kenya's Maasai Mara National Park.

In the coming weeks, our team members at BLCK IoT will visit the Mara region. To gain a deeper understanding of the reality in the park and establish vital connections with local communities. By engaging with residents living in the bordering conservation areas, we aim to foster a strong collaborative spirit that will be instrumental in ensuring the success of our ambitious project.

The first step is constructing a robust network within the park to lay the foundation for a series of transformative initiatives. We believe in the power of technology to make a positive impact. By harnessing its potential, we can play a pivotal role in safeguarding our planet's precious wildlife and combating climate change. Together with our partners in the Mara, we will leverage cutting-edge innovations to create a more sustainable future for all.

I was particularly captivated by the innovative "Tracing the Wild" project, which emerged from the invaluable lion data collected by KWT. By transforming this information into mesmerising art, SNI has pioneered a novel approach to generating funds for conservation efforts. This ingenious fusion of creativity and technology not only raises awareness about the importance of preserving wildlife but also opens up new avenues for supporting the vital work of conservationists.