What once seemed like science fiction is now solving real problems across African skies.
Drones are being used to deliver medical supplies, map farmland, inspect infrastructure, and monitor wildlife.
As governments and businesses embrace this technology, a few companies are leading the charge with homegrown innovation.
Here are Top 5 Drone Technology Companies in Africa:
— Zipline (Rwanda, Ghana): Famous for delivering blood, vaccines, and medical supplies by drone. Zipline operates one of the world’s largest drone logistics networks.
— Astral Aerial Solutions (Kenya): A subsidiary of Astral Aviation, offering drone services for agriculture, surveillance, and cargo inspection across East Africa.
— South African National Space Agency – Drone Division (South Africa): Specializes in drone mapping, earth observation, and disaster response services.
— Drone Africa Service (Burkina Faso): Focuses on agriculture, environmental monitoring, and 3D mapping for governments and private clients.
— AerialMetric (Madagascar): Uses drones for healthcare delivery and humanitarian logistics, often in hard-to-reach rural areas.
More companies are joining the airspace, but these five continue to show what’s possible when innovation meets real needs on African soil.
This ranking is based on operational scale, range of drone applications, and impact on local communities. Sources include Industry reports, and verified media features as of Q2 2025.
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