Flood Risk Mapping and Simulation in Togo

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African Geospace
Lomé, Maritime Region, Togo
Richard Folly
Founder, CEO
(10)
4
Project
Academic experience
120 hours of work total
Learner
Anywhere
Advanced level

Project scope

Categories
Data visualization Data analysis Data modelling Environmental sustainability Machine learning
Skills
machine learning risk analysis quantitative analysis economics mitigation forecasting
Details

To conduct a flood risk mapping and simulation project in one of Togo's five economic regions, leveraging geospatial data, quantitative analysis, and machine learning techniques.


To expand the project to other regions for agricultural monitoring and urban expansion analysis, showcasing the versatility of geospatial data in solving environmental and infrastructural challenges.

Deliverables

Sprint 1: Data Collection and Exploration

  • Task 1: Collect relevant geospatial data (e.g., topography, precipitation, land use) and historical flood data for the selected region.
  • Task 2: Explore and prepare the datasets, ensuring compatibility with flood simulation models.
  • Deliverable: Clean, processed datasets ready for modeling flood risk and simulation.

Sprint 2: Flood Simulation Model Development

  • Task 1: Build a flood simulation model using geospatial data and quantitative techniques to estimate flood-prone areas.
  • Task 2: Validate the model by comparing predictions with historical flood data.
  • Deliverable: A functional flood simulation model for the region.

Sprint 3: Risk Assessment

  • Task 1: Use the simulation model to assess flood risks within the selected region, focusing on high-risk areas.
  • Task 2: Provide recommendations for flood mitigation based on the model’s results.
  • Deliverable: A risk assessment report with mitigation strategies for the region.

Final Report and Presentation

  • Deliverable: A final report and presentation showcasing the flood simulation model, the risk assessment, and recommendations for regional authorities or organizations.


Mentorship
Domain expertise and knowledge

Providing specialized, in-depth knowledge and general industry insights for a comprehensive understanding.

Skills, knowledge and expertise

Sharing knowledge in specific technical skills, techniques, methodologies required for the project.

Tools and/or resources

Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.

Regular meetings

Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.

About the company

Company
Lomé, Maritime Region, Togo
2 - 10 employees
Agriculture, Technology, Airlines, aviation & aerospace, Energy, Mining, forestry & fishery

African Geospace is a space technology and data solutions company, pioneering decision-making for development, and climate action.

Mission:
To democratize access to high-resolution satellite data and analytics, empowering individuals and organizations across Africa to make informed decisions that drive sustainable development and innovation.

Vision:
To be the leading provider of accessible space technology in Africa, transforming how communities leverage satellite data to address pressing challenges and contribute to a more informed and resilient continent.