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Esri, Microsoft, and Space42 Join to Launch “Map Africa Initiative”

1. Esri, Space42, and Microsoft collaborate on the Map Africa Initiative. 2. The project aims to create comprehensive geospatial data for 1.4 billion people.

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Why Bullish?

Microsoft's involvement in significant initiatives tends to enhance its market position, as seen with Azure's growth post-partnerships.

How important is it?

The partnership with Esri may strengthen Microsoft's offerings in geospatial data, expanding its market capabilities in varied industries.

Why Long Term?

The initiative has a five-year timeframe, suggesting gradual positive effects on Microsoft's market presence and revenue.

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REDLANDS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Space42 and Microsoft to support the Map Africa Initiative. The effort is a five-year endeavor to produce the most comprehensive basemap of Africa to date. The initiative will deliver high-resolution, scalable geospatial data across all 54 African countries with the goal to benefit more than 1.4 billion people. Many of Africa's official maps are fragmented, ou.

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