TRAINING // WP E – Géorisques et gestion environnementale des mines
2023-03-27 08:00 - 2023-03-31 17:00 (Europe/Paris) | Moanda, Gabon
Appel à candidatures: la candidature est maintenant fermée !
Téléchargez l’Appel à candidature > ICI <
Le stage PanAfGeo « WP E – Géorisques et gestion environnementale des mines » est ouvert à toute personne dont l’éligibilité respecte les conditions de la Charte PanAfGeo du Stagiaire > ICI<
L’appel à candidature pour la prochaine session de la formation “WP E – Géorisques et gestion environnementale des mines” est dorénavant ouverte. Cette formation se tiendra à Moanda au Gabon, du 27 au 31 mars 2023, en langue française.
L’objectif du Work Package Géorisques et gestion environnementale des mines (WP-E) est de réaliser une formation théorique et pratique multi-module et multidisciplinaire sur l’évaluation, l’identification et la surveillance des géorisques (naturels et anthropiques), la prévention et l’atténuation des conséquences nefastes.
Le WP-E fournira des méthodologies aux services géologiques africains pour analyser la vulnérabilité et les risques afin de fournir aux autorités locales et aux parties prenantes impliquées des outils adéquats pour atténuer les impacts des aléas naturels et anthropiques. Par conséquent, le WP-E remplit l’objectif spécifique de renforcement des capacités des services géologiques africains pour les rendre plus aptes à contribuer avec leur expertise et leurs données à une prise de décision éclairée, et d’initier un dialogue fructueux avec la société civile et le secteur privé.
Pour être pris en compte, les candidats à la session de formation PanAfGeo-2 intitulée « WP-E Géorisques et gestion environnementale des mines » doivent compléter les documents listés ci-après:
– Formulaire de candidature pour un stage PanAfGeo, daté et signé par le candidat et son employeur,
– Lettre de motivation, signée par le candidat,
– Lettre d’engagement, datée et signée par l’employeur,
– Scan du passeport du candidat dont la date de validité est postérieure de 6 mois à la date de retour au pays.
Ces documents vont être demandés lors du processus de candidature en ligne (fichiers pdf à télécharger uniquement via le portail dédié). Les candidatures doivent être transmises via le portail et ne pas être envoyées directement aux formateurs référents.
Candidatez ici

La date limite pour candidater est le 10 février 2023 à 24h00 GMT.
Les questions pratiques concernant le stage peuvent être adressées par courriel aux responsables de formation :
> Co-responsable WP-E: Dr. Souleymane DIOP (CGS): sdiop@geoscience.org.za
> Coordinateur technique WP-E: Mme Florence Tchoffo Ngaffo: f.tchoffo@yahoo.com

TRAINING // WP G – Gestion de l’Information Géoscientifique
2023-04-10 08:00 - 2023-04-21 17:00 | Brazzaville, République du Congo
Appel à candidatures: la candidature est maintenant fermée!
Téléchargez l’Appel à candidature > ICI <
Le stage PanAfGeo « WP-G – Gestion de l’information géoscientifique » est ouvert à toute personne dont l’éligibilité respecte les conditions de la Charte PanAfGeo du Stagiaire > ICI<
L’appel à candidature pour la prochaine session de la formation “WP G – Gestion de l’Information Géoscientifique” est dorénavant ouverte. Cette formation se tiendra à Brazzaville, République du Congo, du 10 avril au 21 avril 2023, en langue française.
Dans le cadre du programme PanAfGeo, le « WP-G – Gestion de l’information géoscientifique » vise à améliorer et/ou renforcer les capacités du personnel des Services géologiques africains (existant et recruté) concernant les domaines de la gestion des informations géologiques et des technologies de l’information à un niveau opérationnel, avec adaptation au contexte local et au potentiel de durabilité.
Le « WP-G – Gestion de l’information géoscientifique » est piloté par le Service géologique français (BRGM) en collaboration avec le Bureau des Mines et de la Géologie du Burkina (BUMIGEB). L’assistance technique et scientifique ainsi que les formateurs sont fournis par le BRGM, le Service géologique du Danemark et du Groenland (GEUS), le Service géologique de Slovénie (GeoZS) et le Service géologique du Portugal (LNEG).
Cette session WPG3-FR est co-organisée par le Service géologique de la France (BRGM) et le Ministère des Mines et de la Géologie de la République du Congo avec la collaboration du Bureau des Mines et de la Géologie du Burkina (BUMIGEB).
Le cours présentera et décrira comment créer et gérer une base de données relationnelles et comment stocker efficacement des données géoréférencées avec PostgreSQL/PostGIS. Il y sera également question de manipuler ces données avec un outil de gestion de données géoréférencées de type QGIS. La formation sera dispensée en mode interactif d’enseignement à travers des cours théoriques et des exercices pratiques sur ordinateur avec PostgreSQL, PostGIS, QGIS, etc. Le cours est destiné au personnel des Services géologiques, prioritairement du département de Géo-Information et/ du Système d’Information géoscientifique. Les candidats des départements Géologie, Hydrogéologie, Géoressources, Environnement et Risques naturels peuvent éventuellement déposer un dossier s’ils peuvent justifier de compétences et d’expériences en géoscience numérique telles que l’utilisation des SIG, bases de données et technologies web (voir aussi les attendus et compétences requises ci-après).
Pour être recevable, les candidatures à cette session de la formation « WP G – Gestion de l’Information Géoscientifique » doivent être complètes et comprendre les documents listés ci-après :
– Formulaire de candidature pour un stage PanAfGeo, daté et signé par le candidat et son employeur
– Lettre d’engagement, datée et signée par l’employeur
– Lettre de motivation, signée par le candidat
– Scan du passeport du candidat dont la date de validité est postérieure de 6 mois à la date de retour au pays.
Ces documents vont être demandés lors du processus de candidature en ligne (fichiers pdf à télécharger uniquement via le portail dédié). Les candidatures doivent être transmises via le portail et ne pas être envoyées directement aux formateurs référents.
Candidatez ici

La date limite pour candidater est le 23 février 2023 à minuit GMT.
Les questions pratiques concernant le stage peuvent être adressées par courriel aux responsables de formation:
> Mme Isabelle BERNACHOT: i.bernachot@brgm.fr
> Mr Jean GONÇALVES: j.goncalves@brgm.fr
Avec en copie:
> Dr Marc URVOIS: m.urvois@brgm.fr
> Mr Souleymane ZOUNDI: soulzoundi@gmail.com

Mid-Term Meeting of PanAfGeo
2023-05-15 08:00 - 2023-05-16 17:00 | Brazzaville, République du Congo

TRAINING // WP A – Field Geoscientific Mapping
2023-05-24 08:00 - 2023-06-21 17:00 | Blantyre, Malawi
Call for Applications: Application is now closed
Download the Call for Application document > HERE <
The call for the next WP-A training session is now open. This upcoming training will take place in Blantyre / Zomba area, Southern Malawi, from 24th May to 21st June 2023 (IN ENGLISH).
Geological map is a scale-down interpretation of the geological structure of the selected area of the upper part of the Earth crust usually drawn on a topographic map.
Geoscientific mapping is a step-by-step process during which geological map is compiled as a base for the state and public administrations, in particular for making decisions when planning civil works, and formulating policies on energy, minerals and environmental protection.
“WPA – Field Geoscientific Mapping” aims to implement geological, GIS (Geographic Information System) and organisational techniques from preparation phase to finalisation of geological map and explanatory notes in the conditions of the African Geological Surveys.
WPA – Field Geoscientific Mapping is coordinated by the Czech Geological Survey (CGS) with the close technical and scientific assistance of the Geological Survey of Malawi (GSD). More support comes from the French Geological Survey (BRGM) which co-leads the French trainings, the Geological Survey of Portugal (LNEG), and the Geological Survey of Slovenia (GeoZS).
This training session aims to do practical exercise on field techniques used during the geological mapping, collecting of data, interpreting petrological, geochemical, geophysical, structural, stratigraphic and geochronological data in terms of compiling geological map, summarising the data and preparation of geological map. Remote sensing principles and digital data handling will be included in an abridged practical form. Trainings will take place in 2022, 2023 and early 2024, separate calls will be announced for each course of field geological mapping.
The training is targeted to GS staff involved in geological mapping projects. We expect the GS applicants to be in charge of practical implementation of detailed geological mapping on the scale up to 1 : 100 000 during the coming years, and/or GS staff responsible for new implementation of mapping activities in their countries. Only applicants who did not participate in previous PanAfGeo mapping courses may apply. Good computer skills and practical knowledge of spoken and written English and/or Portuguese language, and the physical ability to experience the outdoor field mapping part and to cope with the entire programme for the 28 days is necessary. The PanAfGeo-2 “WPA-M3 – Field Geoscientific Mapping” training session is open to all persons who are eligible according to the conditions of the “PanAfGeo-2 Charter for Trainee”.
In order to be considered, applicants for the PanAfGeo-2 Training Session entitled “WPA – Geoscientific Mapping” must complete the documents listed hereafter:
– Application Form for the PanAfGeo-2 WPA-M3 training session
– Letter of Commitment
– Letter of Motivation
– Passport Copy (whose validity date is 6 months later than the date of return to the country).).
These documents will be requested during the online registration (files to be uploaded in PDF format only on the portal). The applications should be submitted solely on the portal and not be sent directly to the training leaders.
Register here

The deadline for applications is 15 March 2023 at 24:00 GMT.
Questions regarding practical issues of the course WPA-M3 should be addressed to the training coordinators via the e-mail addresses:
> Mrs. Veronika Stedra (veronika.stedra@geology.cz)
> Mr. Kondwani Dombola (kondwanidombola@yahoo.co.uk)

TRAINING // WP D – Património Geológico
2023-05-29 08:00 - 2023-06-03 17:00 | Lubango, Angola, Angola
Convite à Apresentação de Candidaturas: A chamada para candidatura está encerrada!
Sessão de Formação “WP D – Património Geológico”. Esta formação terá lugar em Lubango, Angola. Entre 29 de maio e 3 de junho de 2023, sendo proferida em português.
Descarregue o documento do Convite à Apresentação de Candidaturas > AQUI <
O estágio PanAfGeo “WP D – Património Geológico” está aberto a todos cuja elegibilidade reúna as condições da Carta de Estágio PanAfGeo >AQUI<
A formação encontra-se inscrita no módulo WP D “Novas fronteiras em geociências (Património geológico e geotermia)” que tem por objetivo divulgar uma formação teórica e sobre o terreno, visando a integração de conceitos de geodiversidade, de património geológico e de geoconservação.
Esta sessão é coorganizada pelo Instituto Geológico de Angola, Ministério dos Recursos Minerais e Petróleos, Serviço Geológico da Polónia (PGI-NRI), Laboratório Nacional de Energia e Geologia de Portugal, I.P. (LNEG) com a colaboração da UNESCO e do Instituto Geológico e Mineiro de Espanha (IGME-CSIC).
O programa contempla uma parte teórica sobre: definições e conceitos, exemplos de metodologias de identificação, de estudo e de inventariação de sítios com interesse patrimonial geológico (geossítio); legislação internacional e exemplos de legislações nacionais; medidas de geoconservação (vulnerabilidade, proteção e plano de gestão); valorização (geoturismo, educação, mesas redondas sobre os benefícios socioeconómicos); classificações internacionais (Geoparque mundial UNESCO, Geossítios Globais – IUCN); papel dos serviços geológicos relativamente ao património geológico; geologia e património geológico de Angola. O curso terá uma segunda parte dedicada a reconhecimentos de campo na região de Lubango, de forma a serem aplicados os conceitos aprendidos nas sessões teóricas.
No final do curso de formação, os participantes devem apresentar um “plano de trabalho” de forma a definir objetivos de aplicação e implementação dos conhecimentos adquiridos na sua organização (p.e. criação de uma metodologia de inventário, desenvolvimento e gestão de um inventário, estudo de um geossítio específico, preparação de um dossier de candidatura a um projeto de tipo Geoparque Mundial, etc.).
Para que a candidatura seja considerada, os candidatos à formação PanAfGeo intitulada “WP-D – Património Geológico” devem preencher os documentos listados a seguir:
– Formulário de Candidatura à formação
– Carta de Compromisso
– Carta de Motivação
– Cópia do passaporte
Esses documentos serão solicitados durante a inscrição online (arquivos a serem carregados em formato PDF apenas no portal).
Registe-se aqui

O prazo limite para inscrições é 20 março de 2023, 24h00 GMT.
Todas as questões sobre a formação devem ser remetidas para:
– Pr. Stanisław Wołkowicz (PGI-NRI, Responsável WP-D) (stanislaw.wolkowicz@pgi.gov.pl) ;
– Dr. Paulina Kostrz-Sikora (PGI-NRI) (paulina.kostrz-sikora@pgi.gov.pl)

EU-Africa Business Summit
2023-06-15 | Brussels, Belgique
The EU-Africa Business Summit is an event organised by European Business Summits to promote the voices of enterprises in Europe and Africa. In recent years, the Summit has expanded into a leading annual platform where prominent figures from the business world meet high-level policy makers to discuss the current global trends and challenges affecting the EU and Africa.
The 6th edition, titled “Africa-Europe: Re-energising a Common Future”, cognisant of the critical role of sustainability and the green transition, will create the perfect opportunity to follow up on the discussions, and pursue the mission of promoting and facilitating the dialogue between EU and African stakeholders.
For more information, click here.

GEODAYS 2023
2023-06-19 - 2023-06-21 | Pau, France
The International Business Convention organised by AVENIA and dedicated to subsurface industries.
Theme : “The European Subsurface on the 2030 horizon”. The 2023 edition will help to mobilise subsurface stakeholders in building a powerful and sovereign European industry. The GEODAYS aims at drawing a Subsurface Innovation roadmap on the 2030 horizon through conferences and thematic sessions. Whether it is bringing solutions for decarbonisation, securing the supplies of mining and energy resources, managing the varying demands in water, or accompanying a territories’ land use planning, this subsurface industry convention is vital.
For more information and to register, click here.

TRAINING // WP B – Avaliação do Potencial em Recursos Minerais
2023-06-19 08:00 - 2023-06-30 17:00 | Quelimane, Moçambique
Convite à Apresentação de Candidaturas: A chamada para candidatura está encerrada!
Sessão de Formação “WP B – Avaliação do Potencial em Recursos Minerais”. Esta formação terá lugar em Quelimane, Moçambique. Entre 19 e 30 de junho de 2023, sendo proferida em português.
Descarregue o documento do Convite à Apresentação de Candidaturas > AQUI <
O estágio PanAfGeo “WP B – Avaliação do Potencial em Recursos Minerais” está aberto a todos cuja elegibilidade reúna as condições da Carta de Estágio PanAfGeo >AQUI<
A formação encontra-se inscrita no módulo WP B “Avaliação do Potencial em Recursos Minerais” que tem por objetivo uma formação teórica e no campo, visando a integração de conceitos sobre técnicas de prospecção de recursos minerais, recursos minerais de matérias primas críticas e estratégicas, classificação de recursos minerais, potencial em metais raros e lítio em pegmatitos, entre outros temas.
Esta sessão é co-organizada pela Direcção Nacional de Geologia e Minas do Ministério dos Recursos Minerais de Moçambique, Laboratório Nacional de Energia e Geologia de Portugal, I.P. (LNEG), Serviço Geológico da Polónia (PGI-NRI) e Serviço Geológico da Eslovénia (GeoZS).
O programa contempla uma parte teórica sobre: definições e conceitos, técnicas de prospecção de recursos minerais, classificação de recursos minerais, matérias primas críticas e estratégicas, recursos minerais para a transição energética e digital, potencial em recursos minerais dos pegmatitos do Alto Ligonha. O curso terá uma segunda parte dedicada a reconhecimento de campo na região do Alto Lingonha na província da Zambézia, de forma a serem aplicados os conceitos aprendidos nas sessões teóricas.
No final do curso de formação, os participantes devem apresentar um “plano de trabalho” sobre um projeto de prospeção adequado ao seu Serviço Geológico e a enviar no prazo de 1 ano.
Para que a candidatura seja considerada, os candidatos à formação PanAfGeo intitulada “WP B – Avaliação do Potencial em Recursos Minerais” devem preencher os documentos listados a seguir:
– Formulário de Candidatura à formação
– Carta de Compromisso
– Carta de Motivação
– Cópia do passaporte (cujo prazo de validade é de 6 meses após a data de retorno ao país).
Esses documentos serão solicitados durante a inscrição online (arquivos a serem carregados em formato PDF apenas no portal).
Registe-se aqui

O prazo limite para inscrições é 04 de maio de 2023, 24h00 GMT.
Todas as questões sobre a formação devem ser remetidas para:
– Maria João Batista (LNEG-Portugal) mjoao.batista@lneg.pt

European Sustainable Energy Week 2023
2023-06-20 - 2023-06-22 | Hybrid
From 20 to 22 June, the European Sustainable Energy Week will bring together public authorities, private companies, NGOs and consumers to promote initiatives to accelerating Europe’s clean energy transition. Registrations are now open for onsite and online attendance, with limited spaces for in-person participation: book now to guarantee your spot!
Under the theme “Accelerating the clean energy transition – towards lower bills and greater skills”, EUSEW 2023 highlights include:

The EUSEW Policy Conference, covering topics related to skills, energy efficiency, affordability and inclusion, renewables, and decarbonisation;
The prestigious Awards Ceremony, taking place on 20 June, in the presence of Commissioner for Energy, Kadri Simson, recognising individuals and projects for outstanding efforts – vote until 11 June for your favourite projects and individuals;
The fourth edition of the European Youth Energy Day, with a wide programme build by and for young people under 35
A series of networking activities during the whole week where participants can connect with other members of the sustainable energy community, including an energy fair
From March to June, locally organised Sustainable Energy Days taking place around the world to promote renewable energy and energy efficiency.

Within the 60+ sessions at the Policy Conference, CINEA is proposing a large programme of debates and talks on:

Decarbonising the EU’s building stock: addressing the skills gap?, Tuesday 20 June, 14.30-16.00
Career opportunities in the energy transition: the skills you need for the green economy, Tuesday 20 June, 14.30-16.00
Innovative approaches to upskilling the building workforce: towards a carbon neutral building stock, Tuesday 20 June, 16.30-18.00
Smart electricity grids: supporting RES integration and the clean energy transition, Thursday 22 June, 11.30-13.00
Boosting innovation and green transition through carbon pricing, Thursday 22 June, 14.00-15.30

Event website, click here.

World Resources Forum 2023
2023-09-04 - 2023-09-06 | Hybrid
Following previous conferences which engaged over 15,000 participants in Switzerland, Japan, China, Peru, Costa Rica, Australia and Ghana, WRF’23 ‘Rethinking Value – Resources for Planetary Wellbeing’ will take place in a hybrid format in Geneva (Switzerland) and online, on September 4-6, 2023.
WRF’23 provides an open platform for scientific contributors to present and discuss their research with scientists, policy-makers, business leaders and civil society organisations from all over the world. WRF’23 will focus on three conference tracks:

Sufficiency: from a consumer to a sufficient society
Value Chains: from extractive to regenerative value chains
Digitalisation: from growth to purpose

The tracks will be explored through a multi-disciplinary approach able to convey together environmental, societal, technological, economic, governance and geo-political perspectives.
For more details and registration, click here.

The 29th Colloquium of African Geology
2023-09-26 08:00 - 2023-09-29 17:00 | Windhoek, Namibia
The Colloquium of African Geology (CAG) is a major biennial meeting organized under the auspices of the Geological Society of Africa (GSAf), where earth scientists globally have the opportunities to present their research results on topics related to African geology and surrounding areas.
For more information, contact: cag29@mme.com.ma; cag29.whk@gmail.com

TRAINING // WP G – Geoscientific Information Management
2023-10-02 - 2023-10-13 | Windhoek, Namibia
Call for Applications: Application is now closed
Download the Call for Application document > HERE <
The call for the next WP-G “Geoscientific Information Management” training is now open. This upcoming training will take place in Windhoek, Namibia, 2-13 October 2023 (ENGLISH – ADVANCED LEVEL).
As part of the PanAfGeo Project, “WP-G – Geoscientific Information Management” aims to improve and/or strengthen capabilities among the staff employed by the African Geological Survey Organisations (existing and newly recruited) in the field of geoscience information management and related information technologies at operational level, with adaptation to the local context and the sustainability potential.
“WP-G – Geoscientific Information Management” is coordinated by the Geological Survey of France (BRGM) in collaboration with the Geological Survey of Burkina Faso (BUMIGEB). Along with a close technical and scientific assistance, the training support is provided by BRGM, the Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS), the Geological Survey of Slovenia (GeoZS) and the National Laboratory of Energy and Geology (LNEG) in Portugal.
This session is organised jointly by BRGM and the Geological Survey of Namibia (GSN).
This course will present and describe the methods, approaches, tools, procedures and requirements for database, GIS, data modelling, data management, interoperability standards, and data publishing. It will apply an interactive mode of learning through lectures and practical exercises on computer using QGIS, Qfield, PostgreSQL, PostGIS, DbSchema, Dbeaver, GeoServer, GeoNetwork.
>>> These topics will be presented in English at Advanced Level.
During the session, each trainee will have to prepare and present a Return-to-Work Plan. It is to design a short-term application of the newly acquired knowledge through a project of interest for the Geological Survey/Administration and to be possibly implemented over a period of 6 months to 1 year after the training (e.g. reorganising the existing data sets into newly created databases and SDIs, multi-criteria data processing applied to a geoscientific research project, training and raising the awareness internally and in connection with the Earth Sciences department at university, etc.).
The course is aimed at staff from the Geological Survey organisations, primarily from the Geo-Information Division. Candidates from the department of Geology, Hydrogeology, Georesources, Environment and Natural Hazards may apply if they can justify skills in digital geoscience such as GIS, databases and web-based technologies (Also refer to the Call for Applications). The PanAfGeo-2 “WPG4a – EN Geoscientific Information Management” training session is open to all persons who are eligible according to the conditions of the “PanAfGeo-2 Charter for Trainee”.
In order to be considered, applicants for the PanAfGeo-2 Training Session entitled “WPG4a-EN GIS Interface and Spatial Data infrastructure – Database modelling and management – Interoperability standards – Data dissemination” must complete the documents listed hereafter:
– Application Form for the PanAfGeo-2 WPG4a-EN training
– Letter of Commitment
– Letter of Motivation
– Passport Copy (whose validity date is 6 months later than the date of return to the country).).
These documents will be requested during the online registration (files to be uploaded in PDF format only on the portal). The applications should be submitted solely on the portal and not be sent directly to the training leaders.
Register here

The deadline for applications is extended to 17 July 2023 at 17h00 GMT.
For more information about this training session, please contact:
> WP-G4a-EN Training Co-Leader Špela KUMELJ (GeoZS) spela.kumelj@geo-zs.si
> WP G4a-EN Training Co-Leader Frands SCHJØTH (GEUS) fsc@geus.dk
and copy to
> WP-G Leader Marc URVOIS (BRGM) m.urvois@brgm.fr
> WP-G Co-Leader Souleymane ZOUNDI (BUMIGEB) soulzoundi@gmail.com

SIM Senegal 2023
2023-10-03 - 2023-10-05 | Dakar, Senegal
The 7th edition of SIM Senegal will take place at the Centre international de conferences Abdou Diouf (CICAD) in Dakar from 03 – 05 October 2023. The event will be organised by the Ministry of Mines & Geology, Republic of Senegal in association with AME Trade.
SIM Senegal is a bi-annual mining event. The event has established itself as one of the largest mining events in West Africa and is the only event supported by the Senegalese government dedicated to expanding the country’s mining sector. SIM Senegal attracted a unique and diverse range of mining stakeholders from the following industries: mining service, exploration and production, associations, international and national governments, lawyers, consultants, transport, logistics, finance, banking, and education organisations.
The main theme of SIM Senegal 2023 will be “Diversification of mineral resources for the economic development of Senegal”, the three-day conference and collocated exhibition will showcase the government’s strategy on the mining sector and concentrated on new developments and investment for further growth and expansion of the Senegalese mining sector.
PanAfGeo Project will be present at stands 88-89. Event website, click here.

First International Congress on 5G & SDGs
2023-10-24 08:00 - 2023-10-28 17:00 | Safi, Morocco
The Polydisciplinary Faculty of Safi (Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco) in collaboration with the African Geoparks Network (AGN), the African Association of Women in Geosciences (AAWG) and the Organization of African Geological Surveys (OAGS) organize, from the 24th to 28th October 2023, the first International Congress on Geodiversity, Geoheritage, Geotourism, Geoeducation, Geoparks & Sustainable development Goals (5G & SDGs) to be held in Safi (Morocco). The congress aims to identify, promote, and advise on the importance of geoheritage for sustainable development.
All researchers in the fields of geoheritage, geotourism, geoconservation, environment and sustainable development and geoethics, policy makers, economists, geoparks and local communities administrators and leaders, NGOs, business operators, medias and individuals with interest in geoheritage development are invited to participate.
Provisional Program:
– 24 & 25 October 2023: Opening and registration / technical sessions
– 26 October 2023 : Workshops and roundtables / Visit of Safi city
– 27 & 28 October 2023: Field trip (Visit to Safi & Youssoufia aspiring geoparks).
For more information, view/download the first circular (PDF).

TRAINING // WP H – Communication, Dissémination et Dialogue
2023-11-01 - 2023-11-03 | Dakar, Senegal
Appel à candidatures: la candidature est maintenant fermée!
Téléchargez l’Appel à candidature > ICI <
Le stage PanAfGeo « WP H – Communication, Dissémination et Dialogue » est ouvert à toute personne dont l’éligibilité respecte les conditions de la Charte PanAfGeo du Stagiaire > ICI<.
L’appel à candidature pour la prochaine session de la formation “WP H – Communication, Dissémination et Dialogue” est dorénavant ouverte. Cette formation se tiendra à Dakar au Sénégal, du 1-3 novembre 2023, en langue française.
La session de formation à la communication géoscientifique permettra aux stagiaires d’appliquer leur formation au développement d’une série de produits de communication. La formation sera interactive avec un large éventail d’activités de communication et de discussions. La formation couvrira,

Les théories et les types de communication
Le constructivisme et l’importance de l’engagement dans la communication
La rédaction, l’utilisation de graphiques et d’images, la communication de statistiques et de chiffres
La communication par les médias sociaux, les communiqués de presse et la politique scientifique
La narration dans la communication scientifique : son utilisation et son efficacité
L’identification du public et utiliser une communication ciblée
Les techniques d’interaction avec les publics non techniques
La compréhension du rôle de l’émotion dans la communication.

Au cours de la session de formation, les participants devront développer un produit de communication lié à leur étude géologique. La session de formation est organisée conjointement par EuroGeoSurveys (EGS) en collaboration avec l’Organisation des études géologiques africaines (OAGS).
L’objectif global est de former les participants à la communication scientifique par la théorie et la pratique. À la fin du cours, le participant sera plus efficace dans sa communication et aura des connaissances sur les éléments clés d’une communication efficace et sur la manière de les utiliser concrètement, y compris la compréhension de :

Comment se connecter avec le public – ses besoins et ses priorités
Ce qu’est l’engagement et comment il influence la communication
Le rôle de l’écoute, de l’empathie et de la narration
Quelques formats, styles et méthodes de communication clés
Comment élaborer un plan de communication.

Pour être pris en considération, les candidats à la session de formation PanAfGeo intitulée “WP-H Communication, Dissémination et Dialogue” doivent remplir les documents suivants:
– Formulaire de candidature pour un stage PanAfGeo, daté et signé par le candidat et son employeur
– Lettre d’engagement, datée et signée par l’employeur
– Lettre de motivation, signée par le candidat
– Copie du passeport (valable au moins six mois après la date d’entrée au Sénégal).
Ces documents vont être demandés lors du processus de candidature en ligne (fichiers pdf à télécharger uniquement via le portail dédié). Les candidatures doivent être transmises via le portail et ne pas être envoyées directement aux formateurs référents.
Candidatez ici

La date limite pour candidater est le 16 août 2023 à minuit GMT.
Les questions pratiques concernant le stage peuvent être adressées par courriel aux responsables de formation:
> Krishnan Subramani (EGS): krishnan.subramani@eurogeosurveys.org;
> Ndivhuwo Mukosi (OAGS): cmukosi@geoscience.org.za

Raw Materials Week 2023
2023-11-13 - 2023-11-17 | Hybrid
The Raw Materials Week is an annual event organised by the European Commission. It gathers a wide range of stakeholders discussing policies and initiatives in the field of raw material, providing an overview of ongoing EU activities in this sector.
The Raw Materials Week 2023 will take place from 13 to 17 November 2023 in Brussels. This week gathering a wide range of stakeholders will be centred around the European Critical Raw Materials Act and cover topics related to critical and strategic raw materials, strategic projects, investment, permitting, exploration, innovation, circularity, international partnerships etc.
Event website, here.

TRAINING // WP E – Geohazards and Environmental Management of Mines
2023-11-20 09:00 - 2023-11-24 17:00 | Kigali, Rwanda
Call for Applications: Application is now closed
Download the Call for Application document >HERE<
The call for the next WP-E “Geohazards and Environmental Management of Mines” training is now open. This upcoming training will take place in Kigali, Rwanda, 20 – 24 November 2023. This training session will be conducted in English.
The aim of the Work Package Geohazards and Environmental Management of Mines (WP-E) is to perform multi-module and multidisciplinary theoretical and practical training on assessment, identification and monitoring of geohazards (natural and anthropogenic), prevention and mitigation of hazardous consequences of mining and promote best practices of Environmental Management of Mines.
WP-E will provide methodologies to African Geological Surveys for analysing vulnerability and risk in order to provide local authorities and involved stakeholders with useful tools for mitigating the impacts of natural and human-induced hazards. Consequently, WP-E fulfils the specific objective of the action to reinforce the capacity of African Geological Surveys to make them able to contribute with their expertise and data to informed decision-making, and to initiate a fruitful dialogue with civil society and the private sector.
PanAfGeo is an unprecedented pan-African training programme. The programme is led by European and African Geological Surveys, and therefore combines the variety of European Geological Surveys (EGS) to the variety of African Surveys, making this a unique training offer. The PanAfGeo-2 “WP E – Geohazards and Environmental Management of Mines” training session is open to all persons who are eligible according to the conditions of the “PanAfGeo-2 Charter for Trainee”.
“WP-E – Geohazards and Environmental Management of Mines” is coordinated by the Geological Survey of Lithuania (LGT) in collaboration with the Council for Geoscience (CGS) South Africa. Along with a close technical and scientific assistance, the training support is provided by, the Polish Geological Institute-NRI, the Geological Survey of Slovenia (GeoZS) and the Geological Survey of Italy (ISPRA).
This session is organised jointly by LGT and the Rwandan Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB).
In order to be considered, applicants for the PanAfGeo-2 Training Session entitled WP-E – Geohazards and Environmental Management of Mines” must complete the documents listed hereafter:
– Application Form for the PanAfGeo-2 WP-E training
– Letter of Commitment
– Letter of Motivation
– Passport Copy (whose validity date is 6 months later than the date of return to the country).
These documents will be requested during the online registration (files to be uploaded in PDF format only on the portal). The applications should be submitted solely on the portal and not be sent directly to the training leaders.
Register here

The deadline for applications is 15 September 2023 at 24:00 GMT.
For more information about this training session, please contact:
> WP-E Leader: Dr Jonas SATKŪNAS (LGT) (jonas.satkunas@lgt.lt)
> WP-E Co-leader: Dr. Souleymane DIOP (CGS) (sdiop@geoscience.org.za)

TRAINING // WP A – Cartographie géoscientifique de terrain
2024-01-08 08:00 - 2024-02-04 17:00 | Cameroon
Appel à candidatures: la candidature est maintenant fermée!
L’appel à candidature pour la prochaine session de formation du “WPA – Cartographie Géoscientifique de terrain” est dorénavant ouverte. Le stage est ouvert à toute personne dont l’éligibilité respecte les conditions de la Charte PanAfGeo du Stagiaire > ICI<.
Cette formation se tiendra à Yaoundé et Bafoussam, au Cameroun, du 8 janvier au 4 février 2024, en langue française.
Une carte géologique est une représentation des informations géologiques de surface sur une carte topographique. La cartographie géologique s’établit via un processus d’étapes successives, ce document constituant pour les administrations publiques une aide à la décision pour l’aménagement du territoire, l’élaboration d’une politique de gestion énergétique, minière et environnementale.
Le « WPA – Cartographie géoscientifique de terrain » vise à améliorer les compétences et le savoir-faire des personnels des services géologiques africains dans le domaine de la cartographie géologique afin de permettre aux géologues africains d’élaborer, d’utiliser des cartes géologiques en Afrique à différentes échelles, sur la base de standards internationaux. Ces cartes géologiques multi-échelles permettront de mieux répondre aux besoins des secteurs public et privé, et particulièrement aux enjeux d’exploration des ressources minérales.
Le « WPA – Cartographie géoscientifique de terrain » vise à enseigner toutes les techniques (géologiques et systèmes d’informations) depuis l’étape d’observation/acquisition jusqu’à l’étape finale amenant à élaborer une carte géologique et sa notice explicative dans les conditions et les attentes des services géologiques africains. Essentielles dans la phase préparatoire au terrain, des bases pratiques sur les logiciels de système d’information géographique (SIG) et bases de données seront dispensées en amont du travail de terrain. Néanmoins, le travail de cartographie géologique sur le terrain reste l’activité principale de cette formation.
Le « WPA-Cartographie géoscientifique de terrain » est piloté par le service géologique de la république tchèque (CGS) avec l’étroite collaboration technique et scientifique du service géologique de l’Éthiopie (GSE) et du service géologique du Malawi (GSD). Un support technique supplémentaire est assuré par le service géologique de la France (BRGM), le service géologique de la Slovénie (GeoZS) et le service géologique du Portugal (LNEG).
La session ici proposée sera organisée par la Département de géologie du Ministère des Mines, de l’Industrie et du développement Technologique (MINMIDT) du Cameroun, en collaboration avec le service géologique de la France (BRGM).
Cette formation débutera par un rappel sur les SIG et les bases de données ainsi que la méthodologie de cartographie géologique de terrain (cours en salle). Ce stage se poursuivra sur le terrain, pour acquérir des données en groupes. Le travail de terrain se fera avec l’encadrement de géologues cartographes, en combinaison avec des sessions en salle. Il permettra à chaque participant de se familiariser avec les différentes étapes de réalisation d’une carte géologique depuis la collecte de données sur le terrain, leur interprétation, la réalisation d’une légende et d’une maquette jusqu’à l’intégration des données. Des focus thématiques seront également illustrés sur le terrain (ressources minérales, risques…).
Cette session entièrement francophone se déroulera au Cameroun, du 8 janvier au 4 février 2024.
Le déroulement prévisionnel du stage est le suivant :

8 janvier : Accueil des délégations à l’aéroport de Yaoundé et installation à l’hôtel;
9 janvier : Présentation du projet et du programme, cérémonie d’ouverture ;
10-11 janvier : Présentation de la géologie du Cameroun, rappels SIG en salle
12 janvier : Transfert depuis Yaoundé vers Bafoussam
13-30 janvier : Travail cartographique sur le terrain, excursions communes et cours théoriques à Bafoussam et sa région.
31 janvier : Transfert depuis Bafoussam vers Yaoundé
1-2 février : Travaux en salle : synthèse et intégration des données, réalisation de la carte géologique et sa notice, préparation de la restitution.
3 février : Restitution des participants, cérémonie de clôture
4 février : Départ des délégations

PanAfGeo « WPA – Cartographie géoscientifique de terrain » est cofinancé par l’Union Européenne. Le projet prend en charge :

Le voyage (aller-retour) des stagiaires (vols internationaux) depuis leur pays d’origine jusqu’au lieu du stage ainsi que les transports durant le stage ;
Les logements, petits déjeuners, déjeuners et dîners durant le stage ;
Chaque stagiaire percevra une allocation journalière de 30 EUR, en monnaie locale (Francs CFA pour le Cameroun).

Le projet ne prend pas en charge les frais suivants :

Dépenses personnelles ;
Assurance civile ou sanitaire des stagiaires : l’employeur assure son stagiaire pour toute la durée du stage, voyages inclus.

Pour être recevables, les candidatures à cette session de formation du « WPA – Cartographie géoscientifique de terrain » doivent être complètes et inclure les documents ci-après :
– Formulaire de candidature pour un stage PanAfGeo, daté et signé par le candidat et son employeur
– Lettre d’engagement, datée et signée par l’employeur
– Lettre de motivation, signée par le candidat
– Copie du passeport (dont la date de validité est postérieure à la date de retour dans votre pays).
Ces documents vont être demandés lors du processus de candidature en ligne (fichiers pdf à télécharger uniquement via le portail dédié). Les candidatures doivent être transmises via le portail et ne pas être envoyées directement aux formateurs référents.
Candidatez ici

La date limite pour candidater est le 30 septembre 2023 à minuit GMT.
Pour plus d’information, vous pouvez contacter,
Co-leaders de la session WP-A:
> Dr. Hugues BAUER : h.bauer@brgm.fr
> Mme Florence TCHOFFO : f.tchoffo@yahoo.com
Avec en copie :
> Leader WP-A Dr. Veronika Štědrá (CzGS) : veronika.stedra@geology.cz
> Leader WP-A. Dr. Jan Franěk (CzGS) : jan.franek@geology.cz

Investing in African Mining Indaba 2024
2024-02-05 - 2024-02-08 | Cape Town, South Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
Get ready for a transformative experience at Mining Indaba 2024, where the theme is ‘Embracing the Power of Positive Disruption: A Bold New Future for African Mining.’ From February 5-8, 2024, join the conversation in Cape Town, as we explore change and initiate discussions that will shape the present and future of the mining industry in Africa.
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Mining Indaba takes pride in acknowledging the industry’s remarkable journey while delving into the limitless possibilities that lie ahead for Africa’s mining sector.
Don’t miss the chance to engage with the PanAfGeo Project at the Team Europe booth (T36 & T38). Join us in Cape Town for Investing in African Mining Indaba, where innovation and collaboration will take center stage.
Event page & registration, here.

TRAINING // WP A – Field Geoscientific Mapping
2024-02-27 - 2024-03-26 | Entebbe, Kabale areas, Uganda, Uganda
Call for Applications: Application is now closed
Download the Call for Application document > HERE <
The call for the next WP-A training session is now open. This upcoming training will take place in Entebbe, Kabale areas, Uganda, from 27th February to 26th March 2024 (IN ENGLISH).
Geological map is a scale-down interpretation of the geological structure of the selected area of the upper part of the Earth crust usually drawn on a topographic map.
Geoscientific mapping is a step-by-step process during which geological map is compiled as a base for the state and public administrations, in particular for making decisions when planning civil works, and formulating policies on energy, minerals and environmental protection. “WPA – Field Geoscientific Mapping” aims to implement geological, GIS (Geographic Information System) and organisational techniques from preparation phase to finalisation of geological map and explanatory notes in the conditions of the African Geological Surveys.
WPA – Field Geoscientific Mapping is coordinated by the Czech Geological Survey (CGS) with the close technical and scientific assistance of the Geological Survey Department of Uganda (GSDU). More support comes from the French Geological Survey (BRGM) which co-leads the French trainings.
This training aims to do practical exercise on field techniques used during the geological mapping, collecting of data, interpreting petrological, geochemical, geophysical, structural, stratigraphic and geochronological data in terms of compiling geological map, summarising the data and preparation of geological map. Remote sensing principles and digital data handling will be included in an abridged practical form. Trainings will take place in 2022, 2023 and early 2024, separate calls will be announced for each course of field geological mapping.
The training is targeted to GS staff involved in geological mapping projects. We expect the GS applicants to be in charge of practical implementation of detailed geological mapping on the scale up to 1 : 100 000 during the coming years, and/or GS staff responsible for new implementation of mapping activities in their countries. Good computer skills and practical knowledge of spoken and written English language, the physical ability to daily experience with the outdoor field mapping part, and to cope with the entire programme for the 28 days is necessary. The PanAfGeo-2 “WPA-U5 – Field Geoscientific Mapping” training session is open to all persons who are eligible according to the conditions of the “PanAfGeo-2 Charter for Trainee”.
In order to be considered, applicants for the PanAfGeo-2 Training Session entitled “WPA – Geoscientific Mapping” must complete the documents listed hereafter:
– Application Form for the PanAfGeo-2 WPA-U5 training session
– Letter of Commitment
– Letter of Motivation
– Passport Copy (whose validity date is 6 months later than the date of return to the country).
These documents will be requested during the online registration (files to be uploaded in PDF format only on the portal). The applications should be submitted solely on the portal and not be sent directly to the training leaders.
Register here

The deadline for applications is 10 December 2023 at 24:00 GMT.
Questions regarding practical issues of the course WPA-U5 should be addressed to the training coordinators via the e-mail addresses:
> Mrs. Veronika Stedra (veronika.stedra@geology.cz)
> Mr. Fred Tugume (fred.tugume@minerals.go.ug)

PDAC 2024
2024-03-03 - 2024-03-06 | Toronto, Canada
The annual PDAC 2024 Convention – the world’s premier mineral exploration and mining convention will take place from 3 – 6 March in Toronto, Canada.
The annual award winning PDAC Convention in Toronto, Canada brings together up to 30,000 attendees from over 130+ countries for its educational programming, networking events, business opportunities and fun. Since it began in 1932, the convention has grown in size, stature and influence. Today, it is the event of choice for the world’s mineral industry hosting more than 1,100 exhibitors and 700 speakers.
More information and to register, click here.

TRAINING // WP B – Mineral Resources Assessment
2024-03-11 08:00 - 2024-03-21 17:00 | Kitwe, Zambia, Zambia
Call for Applications: Application is now closed
Download the Call for Application document > HERE <
The call for the next WP-B – Mineral Resources Assessment training is now open. This upcoming training will take place in Kitwe, Zambia, 11-21 March 2024 (IN ENGLISH).
This training aims to provide theoretical and in-the-field training aimed at integrating the concepts of mineral resources of stratabound Cu-Co mineralizations of the Copperbelt region in Zambia, part of the Lufilian Arc. The training will also include:

general concepts of mineral exploration,
field equipment that can be used,
field sampling, collection of data,
statistical treatment of data,
mineral exploration of the Cu-Co, Copperbelt mineralizations,
concepts of circular economy,
energy transition raw materials and critical and extended raw materials,
UNFC and EMREC mineral resources classification.

This session is co-organised by the Geological Survey of Zambia, the Geological Survey of Portugal (LNEG) the Geological Survey of Poland (PGI-NRI), the Geological Survey of Slovenia (GeoZS).
The programme begins with a theoretical part, three days of field visits to Cu-Co mines and one emerald mine. At the end of the course, participants will be asked to present a “return to work plan” to set themselves objectives for applying and implementing the knowledge acquired in their organisation (e.g., elaborate an exploration program in a region of interest of it Geological Survey).
PanAfGeo is an unprecedented pan-African training programme. The programme is led by European and African Geological Surveys, and therefore combines the variety of European Geological Surveys (EGS) to the variety of African Surveys, making this a unique training offer.
The PanAfGeo-2 ‘WP-B – Mineral Resources Assessment’ training session is open to all persons who are eligible according to the conditions of the “PanAfGeo-2 Charter for Trainee”.
In order to be considered, applicants for the PanAfGeo-2 Training Session entitled ‘WP B – Mineral Resources Assessment’ must complete the documents listed hereafter:
– Application Form for the PanAfGeo-2 training session
– Letter of Commitment
– Letter of Motivation
– Passport Copy (whose validity date is 6 months later than the date of return to the country).
These documents will be requested during the online registration (files to be uploaded in PDF format only on the portal). The applications should be submitted solely on the portal and not be sent directly to the training leaders.
Register here

The deadline for applications is 31 January 2024 at 24:00 GMT.
For more information about this training session, please contact:
> Maria João Batista (LNEG, WPB-Leader: mjoao.batista@lneg.pt)

9th Open Session of the International Geoscience Programme Council and Geoparks Information Session
2024-03-12 14:00 - 17:30 | UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France
Developing an advanced understanding of the Earth’s fundamental processes and resources is essential to reaching UN Sustainable Development Goals. The International Geoscience and Geoparks Programme, with its two pillars, the International Geoscience Programme (IGCP) and UNESCO Global Geoparks, aims to enable UNESCO Member States to use the UNESCO designated sites as learning sites for inclusive and comprehensive approaches to environmental, economic and social aspects of sustainable development.

The International Geoscience Programme Council will assemble in closed session from 10-12 March 2024 to evaluate 29 ongoing IGCP projects. The outcomes of the last International Geoscience Programme Council meeting will be shared during this open session, as well as an overview of IGCP projects and new geopark applications.

The Open Session that will be held on 12 March 2024, will allow council members to communicate the major outcomes of the IGCP council meeting and to present an overview of IGCP projects in 2023. An information sheet on each International Geoscience Programme theme and the 2023 annual report will be made available online.
On the occasion of the Open Session, and within the framework of the UNESCO Global Geoparks, new geopark applications, as well as one application for area extension, will be presented. An information sheet on each application will be made available online in early March, and the link will be included here.
For more information and to register, click here.

TRAINING // WP D – New Frontiers in Geosciences (Geoheritage and Geothermal Energy)
2024-04-08 - 2024-04-13 | Lobatse, Botswana
Call for Applications: Application is now closed
Download the Call for Application document > HERE <
The call for the next WP-D – New Frontiers in Geosciences (Geoheritage and Geothermal Energy) training is now open. This upcoming training will take place in Lobatse, Botswana, 8-13 April 2024 (IN ENGLISH).
This training is part of the WP-D module “New Frontiers in Geosciences (Geological Heritage and Geothermal Energy)”, which aims to provide theoretical and in-the-field training aimed at integrating the concepts of geodiversity, geological heritage and geoconservation.
This session is co-organised by Botswana Geoscience Institute, the Geological Survey of Poland (PGI-NRI), the Geological Survey of France (BRGM) with the collaboration of UNESCO, the Geological Survey of Spain (IGME-CSIC) and Geological Survey of Italy (ISPRA).
The programme begins with a theoretical part: definitions and concepts; examples of methodologies for identifying, studying and inventorying a site of geological heritage interest (geosite); international legislation and national examples; geoconservation (vulnerability, protection, management plan); enhancement (geotourism, education, round-table discussion on socio-economic issues); international labels (UNESCO World Geopark, IUCN Global Geosites); role of a geological survey in relation to geological heritage; geology and geological heritage in Botswana. The second part of the course is practical and will take place in the vicinity of Lobatse and Gaborone, where participants will apply the concepts studied in the classroom.
At the end of the course, participants will be asked to present a “return to work plan” to set themselves objectives for applying and implementing the knowledge acquired in their organisation (e.g., creation of an inventory methodology, launch of an inventory, study of a specific site, preparation of an application for a label of the Global Geopark type, etc.). The PanAfGeo-2 WP-D – New Frontiers in Geosciences (Geoheritage and Geothermal Energy) training session is open to all persons who are eligible according to the conditions of the “PanAfGeo-2 Charter for Trainee”.
In order to be considered, applicants for the PanAfGeo-2 Training Session entitled WP-D – New Frontiers in Geosciences (Geoheritage and Geothermal Energy) must complete the documents listed hereafter:
– Application Form for the PanAfGeo-2 training session
– Letter of Commitment
– Letter of Motivation
– Passport Copy (whose validity date is 6 months later than the date of return to the country).
These documents will be requested during the online registration (files to be uploaded in PDF format only on the portal). The applications should be submitted solely on the portal and not be sent directly to the training leaders.
Register here

The deadline for applications is 15 December 2023 at 24:00 GMT (Deadline extended)
For more information about this training session, please contact:
> Prof Stanisław Wołkowicz (PGI-NRI, WP-D Leader) (stanislaw.wolkowicz@pgi.gov.pl);
> Mr Kewame R. Gwandu (BGI, WP-D Co-Leader) (gwanduk@bgi.org.bw);
> Dr. Paulina Kostrz-Sikora (PGI-NRI) (pkos@pgi.gov.pl).

TRAINING // WP G – Gestão de Informação Geocientífica
2024-04-22 - 2024-05-03 | Praia, Cabo Verde
Convite à Apresentação de Candidaturas: A chamada para candidatura está encerrada!
Descarregue o documento do Convite à Apresentação de Candidaturas > AQUI <
Estão abertas as candidaturas para a próxima Sessão de Formação do WP-G ” Gestão de Informação Geocientífica”
Esta próxima formação irá ser ministrada em Praia, Cabo Verde, entre os dias 22 de abril e 3 de maio de 2024.
NOTA: esta formação está dirigida aos cidadãos dos países africanos lusófonos (Angola, Cabo Verde, Guiné-Bissau, Moçambique e São Tomé e Príncipe).
Parte integrante do Projeto PanAfGeo, o “WP-G – Gestão de Informação Geocientífica” visa melhorar e/ou fortalecer as capacidades dos profissionais (existentes e recém-recrutados) que se encontram ao serviço dos Serviços Geológicos Africanos e a atuar na gestão de informação geocientífica e tecnologia de informação ao nível operacional, com aplicabilidade ao contexto local e em termos de sustentabilidade.
O “WP-G – Gestão de Informação Geocientífica” é coordenado pelos Serviços Geológicos de França (BRGM) em colaboração com os Serviços Geológicos do Burkina (BUMIGEB). A formação e o apoio técnico e científico são assegurados pelo BRGM, pelos Serviços Geológicos da Dinamarca e Gronelândia (GEUS), pelos Serviços Geológicos da Eslovénia (GeoZS) e pelo Laboratório Nacional de Energia e Geologia de Portugal (LNEG).
Esta sessão é organizada conjuntamente pelo BRGM, LNEG e o Instituto Nacional de Gestão do Território (INGT) link web: https://ingt.gov.cv/ingt/
O curso de formação irá focar nos métodos, abordagens, ferramentas, técnicas, procedimentos e requerimentos para a criação e gestão de bases de dados, modelação de dados, gestão de dados, padrões de interoperabilidade e publicação de dados, a aquisição de dados no campo e deteção remota.
Neste curso de formação, será empregue um método interativo de aprendizagem através de aulas expositivas e exercícios práticos em computador utilizando QGIS, PostgreSQL + PostGIS, GeoServer, etc.
>>> Estes temas serão apresentados em português
Durante a sessão de treino, cada formando terá de preparar e apresentar um Plano de Regresso ao Trabalho. Este consiste na aplicação dos conhecimentos obtidos no decurso da formação no desenvolvimento de um projeto de interesse para o Serviço Geológico de origem, para potencialmente ser implementado no periodo de 6 meses a 1 ano após o termino do curso (ex: reorganizar os conjuntos de dados em novas bases de dados e IDEs, análises multicritério aplicadas a um projeto de pesquisa geocientífica, disseminação do conhecimento adquirido em novas ações de formação a nível interno e/ou externo – Universidades).
O curso destina-se a profissionais dos Serviços Geológicos que falem a língua portuguesa, especificamente dos Departamentos de Geoinformação. Candidatos dos departamentos de Geologia, Hidrogeologia, Georecursos, Meio Ambiente e Riscos Naturais podem efetuar a sua candidatura caso tenham competências em geoinformação, nomeadamente SIG, bases de dados e tecnologias web. A sessão de formação PanAfGeo-2 “WPG5a-PT” está aberta a todas as pessoas elegíveis de acordo com as condições da “Carta PanAfGeo-2 para Trainee”.
Para serem considerados, os candidatos na Sessão de Formação PanAfGeo-2 WPG5a-PT intitulada “Aquisição, Tratamento e Gestão de Dados Espaciais com Sistemas de Informação Geográfica e Base de Dados Espaciais (Nível avançado)”, devem preencher os documentos listados a seguir:
– Formulário de Candidatura à formação PanAfGeo-2 WPG5a-PT
– Carta de Compromisso
– Carta de Motivação
– Cópia do passaporte
Esses documentos serão solicitados durante a inscrição online (arquivos a serem carregados em formato PDF apenas no portal).
Registe-se aqui

O novo prazo limite para inscrições é 1 de março de 2024 às 24:00 GMT
Para mais informações sobre esta sessão de formação, por favor contacte:
> WPG5a-PT Training Co-Lider Pedro GONÇALVES (LNEG) pedro.goncalves@lneg.pt
> WPG5a-PT Training Co-Lider Alain P. FRANCÉS (LNEG) alain.frances@lneg.pt
E enviar uma cópia para:
> WP-G Lider Marc URVOIS (BRGM) m.urvois@brgm.fr
> WP-G Co-Lider Souleymane ZOUNDI (BUMIGEB) soulzoundi@gmail.com

TRAINING // WP D – New Frontiers in Geosciences (Geoheritage and Geothermal Energy)
2024-06-24 - 2024-06-29 | Hoima – Lake Albert, Uganda
Call for Applications: Application is now closed
Download the Call for Application document > HERE <
The call for the next WP-D – New Frontiers in Geosciences (Geoheritage and Geothermal Energy) training is now open. This upcoming training will take place in Hoima – Lake Albert, Uganda, 24-29 June 2024 (IN ENGLISH).
This training is part of the WP-D module ‘New Frontiers in Geosciences (Geological Heritage and Geothermal Energy)’, which aims to provide theoretical and field training to assess the geothermal potential of the geological environment, both for shallow and deep geothermal.
This session is co-organised by Directorate of Geological Survey & Mines of Uganda, the Geological Survey of Poland (PGI-NRI), the Geological Survey of Slovenia (GeoZS) and the Geological Survey of Spain (IGME-CSIC).
The training programme will consist of 3 days of lectures on geothermal energy in terms of assessing the geothermal potential of rocks, the scope of field surveys and their interpretation and use. The following 3 days are dedicated to field observations and measurements in the East African Rift in the Lake Albert area.
At the end of the course, participants will be asked to come up with a ‘return-to-work plan’ to set goals for the application and implementation of the knowledge gained during the training in their organisation (e.g. analysis of the geological structure of the country in terms of the country’s geothermal potential, the potential for deep geothermal, geothermal waters, the energy balance of the country including the contribution of renewable energy sources to this balance). The PanAfGeo-2 WP-D – New Frontiers in Geosciences (Geoheritage and Geothermal Energy) training session is open to all persons who are eligible according to the conditions of the “PanAfGeo-2 Charter for Trainee”.
In order to be considered, applicants for the PanAfGeo-2 Training Session entitled WP-D – New Frontiers in Geosciences (Geoheritage and Geothermal Energy) must complete the documents listed hereafter:
– Application Form for the PanAfGeo-2 training session
– Letter of Commitment
– Letter of Motivation
– Passport Copy (whose validity date is 6 months later than the date of return to the country).
These documents will be requested during the online registration (files to be uploaded in PDF format only on the portal). The applications should be submitted solely on the portal and not be sent directly to the training leaders.
Register here

The deadline for applications is 5 May 2024 at 24:00 GMT
For more information about this training session, please contact:
> Prof Stanisław Wołkowicz (PGI-NRI, WP-D Leader) (stanislaw.wolkowicz@pgi.gov.pl);
> Dr. Paulina Kostrz-Sikora (PGI-NRI) (pkos@pgi.gov.pl).

Webinar: How to classify and quickly evaluate the geo-climate issues and hazards of cities
2024-06-26 11:30 - 13:00 | Online
The “How to classify and quickly evaluate the geo-climate issues and hazards of cities” webinar will be organised by the EuroGeoSurveys Urban Geology Expert Group.
The Urban Geo-climate Footprint (UGF) methodology has been developed to classify cities quickly and comprehensively from geological and climatic perspectives. It assumes that cities with similar geological-geographical settings face similar challenges due to common geological issues and associated climate impacts. This approach has been applied to 41 European cities in collaboration with 17 Geological Surveys of Europe. Also, during the webinar, the participants will be able to discover the Urban Geo-climate Footprint methodology and its latest release 9.0 capabilities, including global tool application.
The link to attend the webinar here.

TRAINING // WP G – Gestion de l’Information Géoscientifique
2024-07-01 - 2024-07-12 | Dakar, Senegal
Appel à candidatures: la candidature est maintenant fermée!
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L’appel à candidatures pour la prochaine session de formation WP-G « Gestion de l’Information géoscientifique » / WPG6-FR « Modélisation géologique 3D multicouche par approche géostatistique » est maintenant ouvert. Cette formation se tiendra à Dakar, Sénégal, du 01 au 12 juillet 2024, en langue française.
Dans le cadre du programme PanAfGeo, le « WP-G – Gestion de l’information géoscientifique » vise à améliorer et/ou renforcer les capacités du personnel des Services géologiques africains (existant et recruté) concernant les domaines de la gestion des informations géologiques et des technologies de l’information à un niveau opérationnel, avec adaptation au contexte local et au potentiel de durabilité.
Le « WP-G – Gestion de l’information géoscientifique » est piloté par le Service géologique français (BRGM) en collaboration avec le Bureau des Mines et de la Géologie du Burkina (BUMIGEB). L’assistance technique et scientifique ainsi que les formateurs sont fournis par le BRGM, le Service géologique du Danemark et du Groenland (GEUS), le Service géologique de Slovénie (GeoZS) et le Service géologique du Portugal (LNEG).
Cette session WPG6-FR est co-organisée par le Service géologique de la France (BRGM) et le Service géologique national du Sénégal (SGNS) avec la collaboration du Bureau des Mines et de la Géologie du Burkina (BUMIGEB).
Le cours présentera et décrira en détails les méthodes, approches, outils, procédures et prérequis pour construire des modèles géologiques 3D en contexte multicouche.
La formation sera dispensée en mode interactif d’enseignement à travers des cours théoriques et des exercices pratiques sur ordinateur avec le logiciel GDM-MultLayer développé par le BRGM.
>>> La formation WPG6-FR sera dispensée en français.
Au cours de la session, chaque stagiaire devra préparer et présenter un Plan de Retour au Travail. Il s’agit de concevoir une application à court terme des connaissances nouvellement acquises par le biais d’un projet d’intérêt pour le Service géologique et devant être mis en œuvre sur une période de 6 mois à 1 an après la formation (par exemple, réorganisation des ensembles de données existants dans des bases de données nouvellement créées, traitement multicritères des données appliqué à un projet de recherche géoscientifique, formation et sensibilisation en interne et en relation avec le département des sciences de la Terre à l’université, etc.
Le cours est destiné au personnel des Services géologiques, prioritairement du département de Géo Information et/ du Système d’Information Géoscientifique. Les candidats des départements Géologie, Hydrogéologie, Géoressources, Environnement et Risques naturels peuvent éventuellement déposer un dossier s’ils peuvent justifier de compétences et d’expériences en géoscience numérique, en particulier en mathématique et statistique (voir aussi la fiche d’information Appel à candidatures).
Pour être recevables, les candidatures à la formation WP-G « Gestion de l’Information géoscientifique » / Module WPG6-FR « Modélisation géologique 3D multicouche par approche géostatistique » doivent être complètes et comprendre les documents listés ci-après :
– Formulaire de candidature pour un stage PanAfGeo, daté et signé par le candidat et son employeur
– Lettre de motivation signée par le candidat
– Lettre d’engagement datée et signée par l’employeur
– Scan du passeport du candidat dont la date de validité est postérieure de 6 mois à la date de retour au pays
Ces documents sont demandés lors du processus de candidature en ligne (fichiers pdf à télécharger via le portail dédié). Les candidatures doivent être transmises via le portail uniquement et ne doivent pas être envoyées directement aux formateurs référents.
Candidatez ici

La date limite pour candidater est le 19 avril 2024 à 17h00 GMT (prorogation de la date limite).
Pour plus d’information, vous pouvez contacter :
> Co-Leader du module WPG6-FR Nicolas CLAUSOLLES (BRGM) n.clausolles@brgm.fr
> Co-Leader du module WPG6-FR Laure PIZZELLA (BRGM) l.pizzella@brgm.fr
Avec copie à :
> Leader WP-G Dr. Marc URVOIS (BRGM) m.urvois@brgm.fr
> Co-Leader WP-G Souleymane ZOUNDI (BUMIGEB) soulzoundi@gmail.com

7th Annual Mining On Top Africa (MOTA) 2024
2024-07-03 - 2024-07-04 | Paris, France
MOTA 2024 takes place on the 3 – 4 of July 2024 in the host city of Paris. The conference is a strategic forum for the Leading stakeholders across Europe to connect with mineral and metal exploration companies from Africa, to drive collaboration and partnerships for sustainable mining across the continent.
The event will tackle some of the key challenges that strategic and financial partners face when investing in Africa’s mining industry. The event connects mining and exploration companies, Government representatives, and investors to drive further investment in mining activities on the continent. This event is the meeting place for government officials looking for in-country investment,
investors including mining majors looking for new projects, and explorers looking to raise capital.
The event has historically welcomed over 230 participants from over 25 countries including investment hotspots. In 2024 the event will take place in France and will welcome further participation from African governments and their strategic partners so they can connect and network with the industry.
The event provides a unique opportunity for industry executives to meet and network, engage with media, raise finance, invest in projects, and generally engage with the resources sector at an executive level in a mining community setting while furthering Europe’s investment interest in Africa mining.
For more information, click here.

TRAINING // WP B – Évaluation des ressources minérales
2024-09-23 - 2024-10-04 | Ouarzazate, Maroc
Appel à candidatures: la candidature est maintenant fermée!
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L’appel à candidatures pour la prochaine formation « WP-B – Évaluation des ressources minérales » est désormais ouvert. Cette prochaine formation aura lieu à Ouarzazate (Maroc) du 23 Septembre au 4 Octobre 2024, en langue française.
Cette session vise à fournir une formation théorique et pratique afin d’intégrer les concepts des ressources minérales. La formation comprendra:
1. Concepts généraux de l’exploration minérale,
2. Equipement de terrain pouvant être utilisé,
3. Echantillonnage sur le terrain, collecte de données,
4. Traitement statistique des données,
5. Exploration minérale des minéralisations de la zone d’étude,
6. Concepts d’économie circulaire,
7. Matières premières de la transition énergétique et matières premières critiques et stratégiques
8. Classification des ressources minérales (UNFC et AMREC),
9. Evaluation des ressources et des réserves, etc.
Cette session est co-organisée par le Ministère de la Transition Energétique et du Développement Durable du Royaume du Maroc, EuroGeoSurveys, le Service Géologique du Portugal (LNEG), le Service géologique de la Pologne (PGI-NRI) et le Service géologique de la France (BRGM).
Le programme débute par une partie théorique suivie de 3 jours sur le terrain.
À la fin de la formation, les participants seront invités à présenter un « plan de retour au travail » afin de se fixer des objectifs d’application et de mise en œuvre des connaissances acquises dans leur institution (ex. élaborer un programme d’exploration dans une région d’intérêt de leur pays). La session de formation PanAfGeo-2 « WP-B – Évaluation des ressources minérales » est ouverte à toutes les personnes éligibles selon les conditions de la « Charte PanAfGeo-2 du stagiaire ».
Afin d’être pris en considération, les candidats à la session de formation PanAfGeo-2 « WP-B – Évaluation des ressources minérales » doivent fournir les documents ci-dessous :
– Formulaire de candidature pour un stage PanAfGeo, daté et signé par le candidat et son employeur
– Lettre de motivation signée par le candidat
– Lettre d’engagement datée et signée par l’employeur
– Scan du passeport du candidat dont la date de validité est postérieure de 6 mois à la date de retour au pays
Ces documents sont demandés lors du processus de candidature en ligne (fichiers pdf à télécharger via le portail dédié). Les candidatures doivent être transmises via le portail uniquement et ne doivent pas être envoyées directement aux formateurs référents.
Candidatez ici

La date limite pour candidater est le 31 juillet 2024 à minuit GMT.
Pour plus d’information, vous pouvez contacter : mjoao.batista@lneg.pt (Maria João Batista, LNEG, responsable du module WP-B)
