Kenya has emerged as one of Africa’s leading markets for drone technology, with applications now spanning security, healthcare, agriculture and wildlife management. This rapid adoption positions the country at the forefront of unmanned aerial innovation on the continent, demonstrating how drones can address critical challenges across multiple sectors. The regulatory framework underpinning this growth came into effect following extensive consultation with industry stakeholders. The government introduced the Civil Aviation (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) Regulations (2020) that inform the governance, commercial and private use of drones in Kenya. The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) acts as the regulatory body, maintaining a detailed…