Skycart signs MoU with Kisumu County to launch drone-based medical deliveries in Kenya

In December 2021, Skycart signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kisumu County Government in Kenya to pilot drone-based medical deliveries. The initiative aims to enhance healthcare access by using drones to transport vaccines and medical samples to remote areas.

The MoU was officially signed by Governor Prof. Anyang Nyong’o, marking a major step toward integrating drone logistics into the region’s healthcare system. By enabling centralized lab testing and rapid delivery via drones, the program seeks to streamline operations and reduce dependency on multiple lab facilities.

The pilot is expected to improve delivery speed, reduce operational costs, and support better health outcomes across Kisumu County. Training for local drone pilots was planned to begin in early 2022, with system deployment targeted by the end of that year.

This strategic partnership highlights Skycart’s commitment to deploying innovative, sustainable technology to bridge healthcare gaps—particularly in underserved and hard-to-reach communities.

Skycart participated in the Healthcare Smart Logistics challenge at Dubai Expo 2020

Skycart was selected as one of seven global finalists in the UPS Smart Logistics Challenge, chosen from over 45,000 startups worldwide. Organized in partnership with AstroLabs, UPS, and DP World, the challenge brought together innovative solutions to tackle key logistics challenges across global and regional markets.

Recognized for its multi-delivery drone platform, Skycart offers a sustainable solution for last-mile delivery—particularly in healthcare logistics and dense urban environments. Its technology supports faster, greener, and more reliable deliveries while reducing operational emissions.

As a finalist, Skycart presented its solution directly to executives from UPS and Pfizer during Expo 2020 Dubai, showcasing its role in advancing next-generation logistics.

The challenge emphasized emerging tech such as address geocoding, blockchain for customs, and automated delivery solutions—fields where Skycart provides real-world impact. This recognition highlights Skycart’s leadership in driving smart logistics innovation with global relevance and social purpose.