Blog: Kenya

Pioneering Kenya’s First National Drone Corridor: Our Story with Konza Technopolis

Drones, Data and AI for Development | October 1, 2025

Kenya Flying Labs contributed its expertise by developing detailed corridor operations manuals, guiding the multi-agency review and approval process.

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KOICA Sustainable Environment & Economy Against Drought and Degradation (K-SEED) Project in Narok and Kajiado Counties

Drones, Data and AI for Climate Action | January 15, 2025

Kenya Flying Labs partnered with World Vision Kenya in promoting integrated climate change (mitigation-adaptation-response) project for Narok & Kajiado counties

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In Kenya’s Drone Corridor at Konza Technopolis, the Future of UAS Innovation

Drones, Data and AI for Development | November 26, 2024

More than a sandbox for innovation, the corridor will also be an catalyst for increased economic opportunity, workforce development, and regulatory advancement.

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A Day of Drones, Robotics, and Discovery at the Tuhamasishe STEM Fair

Drones, Data and AI for STEM / Youth | November 11, 2024

The event brought together over 450 participants, creating a space where high school and university students could explore emerging technology pathways.

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Kenya Flying Labs Plants Seeds of Innovation with the Tuhamasishe STEM Program

Drones, Data and AI for STEM / Youth | October 24, 2024

Students got the chance to create an orthomosaic map of their schools in a tangible example of the real-world applications of drone technology.

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Shaping the Future of Drone Regulations in Co-Creation with the Kenyan Drone Ecosystem

Drone Policy & Regulations | July 8, 2024

Kenya Flying Labs and partners are hosting a series of co-creation workshops aimed at implementing the Flying Labs Drone Regulations Engagement Framework.

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Kenya Flying Labs and Kenya Red Cross Join Forces to Combat Flooding

Drones, Data and AI for Disaster | May 7, 2024

When torrential rainfall led to catastrophic flooding, Kenya Flying Labs and Kenya Red Cross teamed up for disaster response, mapping the affected areas.

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Harnessing Solar-Powered Airships to Transform Medical Supply Delivery in Kenya

Drones, Data and AI for Health | May 23, 2023

Three organizations conduct research assessing the feasibility of using autonomous solar-powered airships for pandemic response and maternal health in Kenya.

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Kenya Agri-Drone Business Challenge 2023 Unleashes Innovators & Entrepreneurs Using Drones

Drones, Data and AI for Agriculture | May 18, 2023

The event aimed to bring together young entrepreneurs and innovators to showcase their ideas on drone technology and agriculture.

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A New Partnership Aims to Revolutionize Medical Deliveries in Rural Kenya

Drones, Data and AI for Health | May 11, 2023

The collaboration will focus on a medical delivery Proof of Concept (POC) in Kenya, targeting Tharaka Nithi, Machakos, and Makueni counties.

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At the Zimbabwe International International Drone Conference, Zimbabwe Flying Labs Showcases Drones at Work

Events & Conferences | December 5, 2022

The conference brought together CAAZ, industry pioneers, key stakeholders, and prospective newcomers and featured talks from Zimbabwe and Kenya Flying Labs.

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The Right Stuff: What Makes an Excellent Drone Pilot?

Training | October 24, 2022

If drone pilots are already experienced, why offer the GVC, and why do holders of the GVC end up being excellent instead of just good drone pilots?

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