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ABOUT US

Organization of African Geological Surveys (OAGS) established on 2nd February 2007, with the aim

  • To jointly address African geological survey issues of common interest;
  • Promote the contribution of geosciences to African affairs;
  • Assist African decision-makers to obtain technical advice from the members of the OAGS, and
  • Provide a geoscience network between the Geological Surveys

The mandate of the Organisation of African Geological Surveys (OAGS) is to foster and sustain geoscience programmes and excellence on the African continent in the quest for socio-economic development and poverty alleviation, with special reference to mineral resource assessment, sustainable land use and development, natural hazard mitigation and environmental protection

Who we are

VISION
To be a leader in supporting the Geological Surveys in Africa through provision of information, capacity-building and technology transfer.
MISSION
To assist member countries in their development through the establishment of information sources and means of technology transfer for their own use and for the attraction of investment and establishment of greater public and government understanding of the strategic importance and offerings of Geological Surveys.
THE VALUES
Leadership | Transparency | Innovation | Creativity | Responsiveness| Dedication