Students from Cohort 18 of the Certificate in Drone and Data Technology (CDDT) programme at the African Drone and Data Academy (ADDA) on 31 August 2026, visited Nchalo in Chikwawa to gain practical experience on how drone technology is being used in agriculture.

The visit was aimed at helping the students appreciate the practical application of drone technology in the agricultural sector and understand how the it is contributing to more efficient farming practices.

During the visit, the students were welcomed by Managing Director of Dragon Fly Services, Raphael Mushani, together with his colleagues.

Mushani described the visit as worthwhile, saying the students were active and engaged throughout the session.

“Malawi is moving forward in drone technology, and drones are filling gaps in different industries,” said Mushani.

The students also witness a drone used for spraying chemicals on sugarcane being flown to demonstrate how the technology can be applied in large-scale agricultural production.

The practical session gave the students an opportunity to connect knowledge gained in class with real-world applications of drone technology.

Omega Maseko from Dwangwa, a student, commended ADDA for the visit, describing it as a valuable learning experience.

The visit was part of ADDA’s efforts to provide students with practical learning opportunities and expose them to the growing applications of drone and data technology in different sectors.

Through such experiences, CDDT students gain technical knowledge and better understanding of how drone technology can contribute to innovation and development.