Africa

Using Drones for Post-incident Damage Assessment at Assigamé Market

Drones, Data and AI for Disaster | June 18, 2026

When fire and an acid leak struck Lomé's Assigamé market, Togo Flying Labs mapped the danger zone by drone in hours—helping authorities protect residents fast.

Malawi Flying Labs Joins the Flying Labs Network

Flying Labs Network | June 15, 2026

The team looks forward to bringing together stakeholders and strengthening local expertise for a more connected and impactful drone ecosystem.

Reflecting on Botswana’s Drone Ecosystem

Flying Labs Network | May 29, 2026

For Botswana to build meaningful drone, data, and AI ecosystem, it will need collaboration, funding, trust, and a serious commitment to locally-led innovation.

Senegal Flying Labs and Mobility One Power a New Era of Drone Innovation in West Africa

Drones, Data and AI for Development | April 7, 2026

The organizations will work closely to co-develop, test, and deploy drone-powered services tailored to local needs.

Strengthening Youth Employability through Drones

Drones, Data and AI for STEM / Youth | March 30, 2026

A recap of the professional UAS-certified Remote Pilot Training by Senegal Flying Labs

Flying Labs at the Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum 2026

Drones, Data and AI for Development | March 23, 2026

The forum demonstrated how innovation is increasingly becoming a powerful ally in protecting biodiversity and restoring fragile ecosystems.

Planning for the Rain: Lessons from Clearing the Land, New Era of Climate Action, Replanting for the Future

Drones, Data and AI for Climate Action | March 19, 2026

Zimbabwe Flying Labs highlights the importance of planning, adaptability, and teamwork in overcoming challenges to support climate action and restoration.

Team Cameroon's Road to Victory at the First Global Robotics Competition 2025

Drones, Data and AI for STEM / Youth | January 15, 2026

With the mentorship of Cameroon Flying Labs and its partners, five young innovators won the gold medal.

AfriGEO 2025: How Senegal Flying Labs is Helping Shape Africa's Geospatial Future

Events & Conferences | November 25, 2025

The symposium emphasized that geospatial intelligence must be accessible to everyone—governments, scientists, local communities, and especially young people.

From Congestion to Connection: How Collaborative Solution Spaces are Shaping Mobility in Dakar

Impact Story | October 27, 2025

Senegal Flying Labs shares the impact of beginning the DAKFLOW project with co-creation rather than technology.

Zimbabwe Flying Labs at Girls in Aviation Day

Drones, Data and AI for STEM / Youth | October 15, 2025

The team introduced participants to the world of robotics, highlighting its applications in aviation and the many career opportunities available in STEM.

Empowering Girls in STEM: Zimbabwe Flying Labs at Maranatha Adventist School

Drones, Data and AI for STEM / Youth | October 13, 2025

The event emphasized a central message: the future of science and technology is inclusive, and there is a place for every girl with curiosity and determination.

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