Drones are not merely gadgets but potent tools for development and social good. The Flying Labs Network, in collaboration with WeRobotics, stands at the forefront, showcasing their transformative potential worldwide. Projects spanning agriculture, climate change, development, education, health, and humanitarian sectors across 40+ countries have demonstrated tangible impact. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith rightly emphasizes, “the use […] The post Airspace Harmony: Empowering Drone Technology in Namibia Through Inclusivity appeared first on WeRobotics Blog ..read more

A warm welcome back to our ongoing exploration of the drone industry in the Global South and how drone experts are leveraging the power of collaboration to achieve even more transformative change in their communities. In this installment, WeRobotics speaks with Leka Tingitana, Director of Tanzania Flying Labs. Our discussion delves into how the Tanzanian […] The post Building a Sustainable Ecosystem: Collaborative Growth in Tanzania’s Drone Industry appeared first on WeRobotics Blog ..read more

In the ever-evolving world of drone technology, gaining insights from professionals actively immersed in the industry is paramount to understanding its current state and potential for growth. Local experts serve as the pulse of innovation, offering unique perspectives and a window into how the industry has transformed over the years. In this conversation, WeRobotics speaks […] The post Building a Sustainable Ecosystem: Collaborative Growth in Peru’s Drone Industry appeared first on WeRobotics Blog ..read more

On November 15th, 2023, WeRobotics and the Flying Labs Network joined the rest of the tech world in celebrating GIS Day. First marked in 1999 and celebrated every third Wednesday of November, it is a time to celebrate the power of geospatial technology and its impact on our world.  Geographic Information Systems (GIS) combine maps […] The post Celebrating GIS Professionals Across the Flying Labs Network appeared first on WeRobotics Blog ..read more

By Brice Sikem Nyuykonghi The Unusual Solutions Competition organized by WeRobotics looked different from most alternative funding opportunities when I first came across it. WeRobotics was betting on early-stage ideas to help them validate these into viable concepts and subsequently create working prototypes. I believe this was done in recognition of the fact that many […] The post Marching Strong Three Years After the Unusual Solutions Competition appeared first on WeRobotics Blog ..read more

In today’s world, driven by data and technological advances, the ability to gather extensive data has become pivotal for organizations in various sectors. Data’s power to transform decision-making, spur innovation, and guide strategic directions is increasingly apparent. A notable example is using drones for efficient and timely geospatial data collection, fostering stakeholder involvement throughout the […] The post Maximizing Impact with Data: Insights from the ‘Turning Data into Action’ Program appeared first on WeRobotics Blog ..read more

The regions that make up the Global South have long been known for their diverse landscapes, vibrant cultures, and rich histories. Over the past few decades, they have  seen impressive growth in emerging technologies, leading to a remarkable convergence of innovation with the rest of the world. In particular, a remarkable development in these regions […] The post Building a Sustainable Drone Ecosystem: Collaboration in the Global South appeared first on WeRobotics Blog ..read more

In the latest installment of our conversation series, we get to know Kenneth Ramah, one of the core members of our dedicated team. Sharing more of the heartbeat behind our operations and what makes our team thrive, we delve into Kenn’s role within the organization, his journey to get where he is, and the shape […] The post In Conversation with… Kenneth Ramah, WeRobotics Coordinator & Tech Support appeared first on WeRobotics Blog ..read more

One of the most frequently asked questions about the Flying Labs Network is, “How many Flying Labs are there in the Network?” This is an essential question as the actual size of the Network influences its growth on multiple levels, such as local representation, diversity of experiences and approaches, and collective learning, to name a […] The post Turning a Growing Network Into a Thriving Network appeared first on WeRobotics Blog ..read more

In 2020, we published our first blog post on “what goes on behind the scenes” of co-creating a Network that effectively localizes emerging technologies such as drones sustainably and responsibly, with a locally-driven, bottom-up approach. In 2021, we built upon this blog post by publicly sharing our key activities and roles on our website. In 2022, we followed […] The post What Goes on Behind the Scenes… An Update appeared first on WeRobotics Blog ..read more