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Course dates: 9-27 March 2026, Online.
This satellite applications course in English language is suitable for forecasters in Africa, independent of their work experience. The course will introduce the participants with the new operational MTG satellite, its instruments and capabilities for different weather applications in Africa.
We will explore the new capabilities of MTG in live session and discussions, as well as in weather briefings.
You will improve your skills in : (a) Finding the new satellite products using openly available data sources such as EUMETView and ADAGUC, b) Using the information for monitoring the weather in the forecasting offices and c) Being a competent user of virtual course technology.
As a participant, you will develop professional relationships with other course participants, get connected to satellite professionals ready to help you to understand the new satellite capabilities, and to become a proficient user of the latest satellite products in your daily work.
Receiving a certificate from this online course is a mandatory requirement for applying for a Satellite Applications classroom course, pending the nomination from the national Permanent Representative with WMO.
Applications will open by Friday 19 December 2025, and will close Friday 27 February 2026.
Accepted participants will be informed by Tuesday 3 March 2026.