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By Kenya Flying Labs Inspired by the success of the Flying Labs Drone Regulations Engagement Framework pioneered with Namibia Flying Labs in 2023, WeRobotics, Kenya Flying Labs, and Kenya Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Association (KUASA) are teaming up to host a series of co-creation workshops aimed at replicating the same in Kenya. Slated for 29th July to 2nd August in Nairobi, the workshops will...

By Ghana Flying Labs Ever heard of UOC? United Oil Company (UOC) is an Ivorian private company headquartered in Abidjan, south of Ivory Coast. UOC has a total area of about 16,300 hectares spread over three agro-industrial sites located in the region of Bas-Sassandra – Bolo and Soubré – Ottawa, covering three (3) plantations: Bolo, Ottawa and Okrouyo. Renowned for producing high-quality...

By Dominican Republic Flying Labs At the New Horizons School Tech Fest in Santo Domingo on 12th April 2024, Dominican Republic Flying Labs had the exciting opportunity to engage with students about the rapidly growing drone industry. Through an interactive and informative workshop, students were introduced to various aspects of drone technology, including operation, safety, regulations,...

By Colombia Flying Labs In agriculture, the success of a harvest relies not only on the diligent work of the farmer but also on the attention and care devoted to the crops. From soil management to disease protection, each step is crucial to ensure a plentiful and healthy yield. For each stage, there is a cycle that encompasses understanding the soil, crop periodicity, irrigation management,...

By Ghana Flying Labs In our part of the world, where roads are a vital cog in nationwide development, particularly in the agricultural sector, towns like Bechem, Dwommo, Techimantia, and Subriso are typical of many rural communities. Here in Ghana, agriculture sustains livelihoods, and small-scale businesses drive economic activities. The Bechem–Akumadan road, which serves these towns, was in...

By Cameroon Flying Labs In disaster management, preparedness is everything. Yet, our current methods of preventing and preparing for disasters such as floods and landslides in high-risk areas – if any – often prove time-consuming and inefficient. We fail to gain sufficient insight into what triggers a disaster, how it propagates, whom it will affect, and its impact on the environment until...

By Kenya Flying Labs In the face of natural disasters, rapid and effective response is critical to mitigate the impact on communities. Kenya, like many other countries, faces the recurring challenge of floods, which can wreak havoc on lives and infrastructure. Unprecedented torrential rainfall since March 2024 has led to one of the most catastrophic flooding disasters the country has seen in...

By Benin Flying Labs Accompagnés des passionnés et des structures spécialisé(e)s dans la cartographie, la topographie, le pilotage de drone en leur offrant des formations pratiques telles sont entre autres activités prévues par Benin Flying Labs pour le premier trimestre de l’année 2024. Conformément à cette programmation, l’équipe de BFL a administré plusieurs formations allant du pilotage de...

By Jamaica Flying Labs At the request of Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) under the Open Cities Latin America and Caribbean initiative, Jamaica Flying Labs (JFL) examined the landscape in Jamaica for an Open Drone Mapping Community. This initiative was geared at evaluating and fostering an open drone mapping community, aiming to revolutionize the way aerial data supports critical sectors...

By Senegal Flying Labs In the heart of Senegal’s Thiès region lies the Allou Kagne area, a landscape marred by the haunting presence of mining waste, predominantly composed of attapulgite. A clay-based mineral, attapulgite is an important industrial additive used in the manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceutical, and agricultural industries, among others. After a mineral has been...

By Senegal Flying Labs In the bustling Dakar region of Senegal lies a hidden gem – the Grande Niaye de Pikine et Dépendances Urban Nature Reserve, lovingly known as Technopole. This vibrant ecosystem, spread across the departments of Dakar, Pikine, and Guédiawaye, is a haven for biodiversity and a critical area for conservation efforts. A meeting place for several species of birds, mammals and...

By Namibia Flying Labs In 2022, the United Nations Innovation Technology Accelerator for Cities (UNITAC) Hamburg launched an ambitious project, “Just transitions in vulnerable places – Digital solutions for more climate resilient informal areas in Namibia.” Fast forward to 2023, a diverse group of urban professionals and tech experts came together to discuss the project’s main...

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

Mapping Palm Plantations Using Drone and GIS Technology

Dominican Republic Flying Labs at the New Horizons School Tech Fest

Colombia Flying Labs Explores Sustainable Innovations for Healthier Harvest

Using Drones to Pave the Way: RGB and LiDAR Scanning in Road Reconstruction

To Save Lives We First Have to Know Where the Danger Lies

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

Retour sur les Formations de Benin Flying Labs en Pilotage de Drone et en Géomatique

Jamaica Flying Labs and Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team Explore an Open Drone Community

Revolutionizing Mining Waste Management: A Drone’s Eye View of Attapulgite Tailings in Thiès

Unlocking the Secrets of Senegal’s Urban Nature Reserve: A Drone Mapping Expedition

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