This page lists DRAFT project ideas for Google Summer of Code 2025. For more information about this project and application details, visit the CLENT Africa Google Summer of Code page.
- Below are the drafts of proposed project ideas for this year.
- New ideas can be suggested by interested mentors or GSoC contributors (e.g., new features in the core, "develop a tool for MY_CLIMATE_TECHNOLOGY", etc.).
- Projects without potential mentors will be considered, but applicants may need to collaborate with the community and GSoC org admins to find mentors.
- To add a new project idea, see: proposing project ideas.
This will be a list of project ideas that fully meet the CLENT Africa project idea standards.
- These will ideas have well-defined scopes, and we generally do not expect significant changes.
- All ideas will include quick start guidelines and newbie-friendly issues.
- We welcome contributors to join the mentor teams and invite GSoC contributors to submit project proposal applications for these ideas.
The 16 initial project ideas that are presented below are drafts that are being looked over right now. The overall idea is accepted, but specifics could change as the discussion goes on.
- You are welcome to become a mentor for the project and offer comments on the draft.
- If you are a GSoC contributor, you are also welcome to look into and apply to the draft project ideas.
| Project | Goal of Project | Complexity | Duration (Hours) | Skills to Study/Improve | Optional but Useful Skills | Expected Outcomes | Potential Mentor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Climate Data Visualization Dashboard | Develop an interactive web-based dashboard for visualizing climate data specific to African regions. | Medium | 350 | JavaScript, D3.js, Python, Data Analysis | UX/UI Design | A functional dashboard showcasing various climate data visualizations. | TBD |
| AI-Powered Crop Yield Prediction | Create a machine learning model that predicts crop yields based on historical data, weather patterns, and soil health. | High | 400 | Python, Machine Learning, Data Analysis | Agricultural Knowledge | An accurate predictive model for crop yields. | TBD |
| Renewable Energy Resource Mapping | Build a GIS-based tool to map renewable energy resources such as solar, wind, and hydro potential across different regions in Africa. | Medium | 350 | GIS Tools, Python, Web Development | Renewable Energy Knowledge | A comprehensive map of renewable energy resources in targeted regions. | TBD |
| Water Quality Monitoring System | Develop a low-cost, IoT-based water quality monitoring system that can be deployed in rural areas. | High | 400 | IoT Development, Python, Sensor Integration | Environmental Science | A prototype of an IoT-based water quality monitoring system. | TBD |
| Climate Change Education Platform | Create an online educational platform with interactive modules, videos, and quizzes focused on climate change, its impacts, and mitigation strategies. | Medium | 350 | Web Development, Content Creation, UX/UI Design | Instructional Design | An engaging and informative educational platform. | TBD |
| Biodiversity Conservation App | Design a mobile app that allows users to document and report sightings of endangered species. | Medium | 350 | Mobile App Development, Database Management, GIS Tools | Conservation Biology | A user-friendly app for reporting and tracking endangered species sightings. | TBD |
| Urban Heat Island Effect Analysis | Develop a tool to analyze and visualize the urban heat island effect in African cities. | High | 400 | GIS Tools, Python, Data Analysis | Urban Planning | A tool to assess and mitigate urban heat island effects. | TBD |
| Sustainable Agriculture Practices Database | Build a comprehensive, open-access database of sustainable agriculture practices suitable for various African climates and soil types. | Medium | 350 | Database Management, Web Development, Content Creation | Agricultural Extension | An accessible database of sustainable farming practices. | TBD |
| Community-Based Waste Management System | Create a platform that facilitates community-based waste management programs. | Medium | 350 | Web Development, Community Engagement, Data Management | Public Health | An operational platform for organizing waste management efforts. | TBD |
| Climate Impact Storytelling Platform | Develop a multimedia storytelling platform where communities can share their experiences and stories related to climate change impacts. | Medium | 350 | Web Development, Content Creation, UX/UI Design | Media Production | A vibrant platform for sharing climate impact stories. | TBD |
| Wildfire Prediction and Monitoring Tool | Develop a tool to predict and monitor wildfires using satellite data and machine learning algorithms. | High | 400 | Python, Machine Learning, Remote Sensing | Environmental Science | A tool that provides real-time wildfire predictions and monitoring. | TBD |
| Smart Irrigation System | Design an IoT-based smart irrigation system to optimize water usage in agriculture. | Medium | 350 | IoT Development, Python, Sensor Integration | Agricultural Engineering | A prototype of a smart irrigation system that reduces water usage. | TBD |
| Air Quality Monitoring Network | Create a network of low-cost air quality monitoring devices to collect and analyze air quality data in urban areas. | High | 400 | IoT Development, Data Analysis, Python | Environmental Science | A network of devices providing real-time air quality data. | TBD |
| Flood Prediction and Management System | Develop a flood prediction and management system using hydrological data and machine learning algorithms. | High | 400 | Machine Learning, Data Analysis, GIS Tools | Civil Engineering | A predictive tool for managing and mitigating flood risks. | TBD |
| Sustainable Fisheries Management Platform | Build a platform to support sustainable fisheries management practices, including data collection, analysis, and reporting. | Medium | 350 | Web Development, Data Analysis, Database Management | Marine Biology | An interactive platform for managing sustainable fisheries practices. | TBD |
| Solar Energy Optimization Tool | Create a tool to optimize the placement and efficiency of solar panels in various regions. | Medium | 350 | Python, Data Analysis, Renewable Energy | Mechanical Engineering | A tool to maximize solar energy generation efficiency. | TBD |
Feel free to explore these ideas and propose your own. Join us in making impactful contributions to climate and environmental technology in Africa through GSoC 2025!