Drone Technology: Africa Shows the World How It's Done (Video)

While the slow debate on regulation in the US heats drags on, African countries have taken a bold lead in drone commercialization. Rwanda is home to the world's first operating drone-port, where everything from e-commerce to blood transfusion equipment starts it's text-guided journey to the most remote parts of the country. Malawi has began using drones to deliver medication, HIV test and emergency medial equipment to it's most remote areas. Local start-ups in Kenya, South Africa, Ghana and Tanzania are actively using drones to combat animal poaching, crime, agricultural challenges and regional battling security challenges like terrorism and internal displacement, and this is just the beginning.

After being left behind in previous adaptations of new technology, today Africa's entrepreneurs and thinkers are showing increased commitment towards leading in the next wave. The continent is increasingly recognized as a leader in adapting technological concepts that are slower to catch on in the west. From the widespread use of solar power, mobile currency, and to active commercial drone programs, Africa plans to continue meeting it's unique challenges with forward thinking technology.

Below: The Norman Foster Foundation has launched in expansion of Rwanda's Drone-port concept. By 2020 the organization plans to build a network of drone airports in the landlocked central African country. These will serve as hubs for humanitarian, eCommerce, and medical deliveries.

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