Kenya: KCAA Okays Kenya's First Drone Corridor At Konza Technopolis

Capital FM
An artists impression of Konza Technology city, Makueni county.
9 July 2025
Capital FM (Nairobi)
By Wangechi Purity

Nairobi — The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has approved the Konza National Drone Corridor to boost the country's aviation and technology landscape.

Initiated by the Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA), the corridor is the first controlled airspace in Kenya dedicated specifically to Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations.

John Paul Okwiri, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Konza Technopolis, said this milestone is a major leap forward in Kenya's efforts to build a robust unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) ecosystem and reinforces the country's growing status as a leader in technological innovation across Africa.

Keep up with the latest headlines on WhatsApp | LinkedIn

"The establishment of this drone corridor within a smart city will spur significant economic growth by attracting investment, create new opportunities and also firmly position Konza Technopolis as the premier destination for African tech talent and enterprise to thrive," he said.

The drone corridor, strategically located within the Konza Technopolis smart city, is designed to ensure safety and security while minimizing risks to manned aircraft, people, property, and the environment.

It also provides a unique, purpose-built environment that supports testing, training, research, and innovation, offering significant benefits to startups, academic institutions, and industry stakeholders.

The corridor was approved following a thorough and rigorous review process conducted by the UAS Multi-Agency Route Committee, further demonstrating Kenya's commitment to promoting safe, regulated, and forward-looking drone operations.

The corridor is expected to accelerate the use of drones in key sectors that are critical to national development, including agriculture, healthcare deliveries, logistics, and disaster response.

Its design allows for controlled BVLOS operations, enabling drones to conduct long-range missions effectively and safely, a feature that unlocks new possibilities for real-world applications.

Additionally, the corridor promotes a collaborative ecosystem where authorized operators, researchers, and training institutions can interact, share knowledge, and drive innovation.

Architect Annah Musyimi, Chief Manager of Physical Planning, Design, Compliance and Environment at Konza Technopolis, emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships in unlocking the full potential of drone technology.

"We are incredibly excited to work hand-in-hand with innovators and organizations who share our mission to harness the immense potential of drone technology for positive societal impact," she said.

KoTDA is now extending invitations to both local and international partners to leverage the opportunities offered by the newly launched drone zone.

Read the original article on Capital FM.

Tagged:
Copyright © 2025 Capital FM. All rights reserved. Distributed by AllAfrica Global Media (allAfrica.com). To contact the copyright holder directly for corrections — or for permission to republish or make other authorized use of this material, click here.

AllAfrica publishes around 600 reports a day from more than 90 news organizations and over 500 other institutions and individuals, representing a diversity of positions on every topic. We publish news and views ranging from vigorous opponents of governments to government publications and spokespersons. Publishers named above each report are responsible for their own content, which AllAfrica does not have the legal right to edit or correct.

Articles and commentaries that identify allAfrica.com as the publisher are produced or commissioned by AllAfrica. To address comments or complaints, please Contact us.