Logistics firms in Mombasa are urging the Kenyan government to lift restrictions on the use of drones for lightweight package deliveries. They argue that drones are cost-effective and crucial for efficient inventory management, order picking, and urgent last-mile deliveries, especially during disasters.

• KNCCI Mombasa chapter chairman Abud Jamal emphasized that drones could significantly lower business costs and consumer prices, advocating for the government to embrace this new technology.
• The global volume of goods delivered by commercial drones is projected to reach 5 million in 2024, soaring to 808 million within 10 years, with the value growing 74 per cent annually from $251 million (Sh32.38 billion) in 2024 to $65,177 million (Sh8.408 trillion) by 2034.
• The push comes ahead of the International Trade and Logistics Summit in Mombasa from October 27-28, where drone manufacturing companies will exhibit.