Articles about UAVs

ITWeb TV: SA-made drone readies for combat action

Milkor is looking to increase the production of its locally-developed unmanned aerial vehicle, the Milkor 380, amid rising geopolitical tensions.

SA tech leaders see G20 Summit as catalyst for growth

South Africa readies to host its first African G20 Summit, showcasing local tech innovation and investment opportunities amid US diplomatic tensions.

Outdated rules threaten local drone industry

SA’s outdated drone laws create challenges for the industry, potentially hindering growth and innovation, industry players say.

SA researcher works to increase drone safety

Stellenbosch University’s Dr Lauren Meiring develops algorithms to prevent unmanned aerial vehicle collisions.

Regulatory quagmire, high costs hinder SA drone industry

The local drone industry fails to soar due to the regulatory rigmarole and expense associated with running a business in the sector, says a new report.

SA firm trials drone tech to detect explosive weapons

Skymotion Solutions is trialling unmanned aerial vehicle technology to detect and map unexploded ordinance.

DJI and Seagate announce strategic partnership

They will work jointly to solve the data demands of UAV users.

80% more drones to be sold in 2016

Global commercial drone sales will sky-rocket this year, with agricultural applications boosting the market, although safety fears remain.

Tactical intelligence goes hi-tech

In an effort to advance military intelligence, the SA army has embarked on Project Cytoon.