Namibia

Reversing Environmental Degradation in Namibia: An Integrated Approach

Drones, Data and AI for Climate Action | July 30, 2024

Namibia Flying Labs leverages drone and data technology to assess land degradation in the Zambezi region, thus guiding environmental restoration efforts.

A small group of attendees pays attention to a presentation being made at the Urban Technology & Collaboration in Informal Settlements symposium in Namibia.

From Data to Action: Driving Change in Namibia's Informal Settlements

Drones, Data and AI for Development | April 16, 2024

Namibia Flying Labs' mapping project in the Ombili Informal Settlement showcased at the Urban Technology & Collaboration in Informal Settlements symposium.

In the foreground children are engaged in a game on a dry field, and in the background is the Brendan Simbwaye A Informal Settlement.

Innovative Mapping Techniques Used for The GIZ - Inclusive Sustainable Urban Development Project (ISUD II) in Namibia

Drones, Data and AI for Development | April 3, 2024

GIZ collaborates with Flying Labs Namibia to map the Brendan Simbwaye A Informal Settlement as part of the Inclusive Sustainable Urban Development II project.

A drone pilot from Namibia Flying Labs holds a controller while smiling at the camera.

Airspace Harmony: Empowering Drone Technology in Namibia Through Inclusivity

Drone Policy & Regulations | January 18, 2024

Namibia Flying Labs embarked on a learning project to analyze the industry’s current state, identify best practices, and propose recommendations to the NCAA.

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Empowering Namibia's Youth: How Twin Kits are Revolutionizing STEM Education

Drones, Data and AI for STEM / Youth | November 15, 2023

The kits introduce children to fundamental STEM concepts, giving them a headstart in preparing for the challenges and opportunities of a tech-driven world.

Flying Labs Namibia (FLN) and the UN World Food Programme (WFP), Developing Capacity Through Remote Pilot and Precision Agriculture Training

Drones, Data and AI for Agriculture | November 13, 2023

The training was aimed empowering local civil servants and professionals with the skills to leverage drones in the wake of climate change and food insecurity.

Using RokitSmart STEM Kits, Namibia Flying Labs Is Sculpting Tomorrow's Innovators

Drones, Data and AI for STEM / Youth | November 6, 2023

The kit transforms STEM education into an adventure of creativity and exploration by engaging students in dynamic, hands-on activities.

Precision Agriculture Training

Drones, Data and AI for Agriculture | May 9, 2023

Training Government Staff on Using Drones for Precision Agriculture

Co-Creating a Brighter Future for Drone Technology in Namibia

Drone Policy & Regulations | March 15, 2023

The goal of the learning project is to catalog drone applications, identify regulatory needs, qualify challenges, and establish an overview of training needs.

Creating Adapted Airspace for Drone Operators with Civil Aviation Authorities

Drone Policy & Regulations | December 7, 2022

Namibia Flying Labs kick off a new learning project that aims to marry the needs of drone operators and CAAs by evaluating existing regulations.

An "Emotional Alchemist" Helps Drone Pilots Reconnect With Their Human Side

Training | October 26, 2022

At Namibia Flying Labs, these sessions helped us identify what we lacked as part of our human performance measures in our Safety Management System (SMS).

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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