COMPASS – COnstructing remote sensing and MaPping capacities to Assess geohazards, for a more Sustain-able Society

Duration

2 years

Lead institutions

Vrije Universiteit Brussel

Université du Burundi

Academic partners

Seconde Ntiharirizwa

Project status

Ongoing

Programme

Total budget

69630

Summary

Landslides and erosion threaten Burundi’s cities, infrastructure, and agriculture, yet local institutions lack the tools to assess and mitigate these risks. This project strengthens the University of Burundi (UB) as a regional hub for geospatial expertise, equipping it with advanced UAV and satellite remote sensing capabilities. By providing adapted training, upgrading equipment, and applying remote sensing to real-world case studies with stakeholders (i.e., IFDC, Kirasa Energy), the project directly supports SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities & Communities) by enhancing disaster resilience and land-use planning. Additionally, it reinforces SDG 4 (Quality Education) by allowing the integration of remote sensing into UB’s teaching and research programs, ensuring long-term knowledge transfer. Through capacity-building and institutional collaboration, this initiative empowers UB to address geohazards and contribute to sustainable urban and environmental management in Burundi.