NELGA Advances Geospatial Solutions for Sustainable Land Governance at Third Arab Land Conference

Held in Morocco, the Third Arab Land Conference brought together ministers, land governance experts, and stakeholders to address critical challenges in land management across the Arab region. With urbanization, climate change, and land tenure insecurity on the rise, the conference explored solutions for promoting inclusive development, social stability, and sustainable growth. Discussions emphasized the importance of robust land administration systems, regional collaboration, and digital innovation to secure land rights, resolve conflicts, and foster economic resilience.

The Network of Excellence on Land Governance in Africa (NELGA) played a key role by showcasing its contributions to advancing sustainable land governance through research, capacity building, and policy dialogue. A key session, Integrated Geospatial Information Framework and Land Administration, highlighted the transformative potential of geospatial technologies in improving land governance. NELGA’s work in integrating geomatics and spatial data analysis equips future experts with the tools needed to address land tenure challenges, enhance decision-making, and support climate-resilient development.

Key NELGA partners including Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), underscored the importance of secure land tenure as a foundation for social peace, economic productivity, and environmental sustainability. “Land tenure security is not just about property rights—it is about social peace, economic productivity, and environmental sustainability,” noted Sebastian Wilde, Head of Cooperation at the German Embassy in Rabat.

NELGA reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening regional collaboration, fostering evidence-based solutions, and preparing the next generation of land governance professionals to address Africa’s evolving challenges.