About us
Most things (e.g. people, resources, phenomena) can be related to a position on (or above) the Earth’s surface. By knowing these positions, and how they change over time, we can better understand how such things behave, have behaved, and will behave in the future.
GeoSmart finds solutions to geographical problems by combining out-of-the-box geospatial thinking with cutting-edge technologies, such as geographical information systems (GIS), earth observation satellites, global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), mobile devices, cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
Our vision is to demystify the perceived complexities of geospatial technologies and provide simple products and services that effectively solve geographical problems.
GeoSmart was founded by Prof Adriaan van Niekerk and is a spin-off company of Stellenbosch University. GeoSmart consequently has close ties with the university and often collaborates with its entities, in particular the Centre for Geographical Analysis (CGA).
Meet the team

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Adriaan van Niekerk: Founder and CEO
GeoSmart was founded by Prof Adriaan van Niekerk in 2019 and is a spin-off company of Stellenbosch University.
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Hanu Mostert: Operational Manager
Hanu Joined GeoSmart in 2021 and is also busy finishing his Masters degree on a part-time basis.
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Sarah Morris: Geo-Spatial Technician
Sarah joined GeoSmart in 2022 shortly after finishing her honours degree in geo-informatics.
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Dominique Kennard: Geo-Spatial Technician
Dom joined GeoSmart in 2022 shortly after finishing his honours degree in geo-informatics.
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Greg Selles: Geo-Spatial Technician
Greg joined GeoSmart in 2023 shortly after finishing his honours degree in geo-informatics.
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