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Nurturing and empowering future innovatorsdon in Botswana

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About

Empowering individuals & communities through drone, AI, and robotics education for a resilient future.

Botswana community engangemnet

We are dedicated to bridging the information gap in drone, AI, and robotics technology. By nurturing skills and knowledge, we aspire to create a generation capable of leveraging these advancements to address local challenges and contribute to sustainable development. Together, we envision a future where Botswana embraces the transformative power of technology and its positive impact on society. Our mission is to empower the youth of Botswana by providing immersive educational experiences, fostering their understanding and integration of new technologies.

Services

We equip local communities with technological knowledge and skills through comprehensive drone training. We believe that young people can be at the forefront of innovation, and we support this effort by offering STEM and youth training programs in schools.

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Local Capacity Building

We organize hands-on drone building workshops for local communities, empowering them with practical skills and knowledge in aerial technology.
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Knowledge Exchange

We organize activities and participate in thematic discussions to explore the efficient and impactful use of drones and AI to improve livelihoods. Our activities aim to build a well-connected drone ecosystem.
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Ecosystem Building & Facilitation

We partner with local and international stakeholders to implement tailored drone data projects in mapping, spraying, training, aerial mapping and STEM activities. Our goal is that through our projects, we will produce locally valued and sustainable development outcomes - to improve the performance of the drone ecosystem in Botswana and beyond.
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Sector Applications & Projects

We participate in webinars, workshops, conferences and training to exchange ideas on different subjects relevant to developing the drone ecosystem in Botswana and across Africa.
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Advocacy & Policy Support

We actively engage with our CAA to support them in developing a drone regulation framework that promotes safety and is comparable to international standards. Beyond our discussions with the CAA, we have been involved in different advocacy campaigns on issues relevant to RPAS and safe operations.
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Youth/STEM Programs

Through an integrated curriculum and creative learning approach, we organize hands-on training, workshops and innovative programs. We aim to cultivate future innovators who will shape Botswana's technological landscape.

Sustainable Development Goals We Focus On

  • E WEB Goal 01
  • E WEB Goal 03
  • E WEB Goal 04
  • E WEB Goal 05
  • E WEB Goal 10
  • E WEB Goal 17

News

Read our blog posts to learn more about trainings, process, community, and our field.


Team

A diverse team of experts and knowledgeable advisors with proven experience.

Sizwe Makepe
Managing Director & Chief Pilot
Yakida Phometsi
STEM & Community Engagement Coordinator

Partners

Collaboration and support partners.

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Where to Find Us

Botswana Flying Labs
Lot 54368 Western Commercial Road
Ground & 1st Floor
The Hub iTowers New CBD
Gaborone
Botswana