Implementation impact
Strengthened cross-border partnerships on drones by supporting Acre Insights in expanding their use case in Rwanda.
Innovate Africa Challenge on Civil Drones
Ongoing
Last update · 05 Jul
- Status
- Ongoing
- Started
- 1 Sept 2026
- Through
- 31 Dec 2026
- Partners
- 02
Objective
3-phase challenge with a changing theme every edition, supporting startups to scope out a solution for implementation, in collaboration with Smart Africa.
Working with
- Startups
— Connected initiatives
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Activities in the same focus area or sharing partners with this initiative.
- Drone Ecosystem
Drone Blueprint for Africa
A comprehensive blueprint for the use and regulation of drones across Africa — harmonised standards, innovation and cross-border collaboration.
Same focus area
- Drone Ecosystem
University of Rwanda Fundamental Drones Skills Training
2 cohorts, 5-week long bootcamp on drones covering drone types and uses, drone communication protocol, mapping and flying basics.
Same focus area
- Drone Ecosystem
Licensed Drone Pilot Program for Women
Fully certified drone pilot training programme, empowering women with professional drone piloting skills and strengthening their participation in Rwanda's drone ecosystem.
Same focus area
- Drone Ecosystem
Drone Community of Practice
Build a Rwandan drone ecosystem through an ecosystem analysis report, a community platform and community events & workshops.
Same focus area
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