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James MphandePosted on
22nd Sep, 2026
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The African Drone and Data Academy (ADDA) at MUST on September 21, 2026, commenced its sixth cohort of the Remote Pilot Licence (RPL) training program, with 23 participants joining the training.
The program began with an orientation session led by ADDA instructors.
During the session, participants were introduced to the team of instructors, structure of the training and what is expected of them throughout the program.
The orientation also provided an opportunity for participants to understand knowledge and practical skills they will gain as they prepare to safely and professionally operate drones.
Nyahoda Nyahoda, a participant and Investigations Officer at Illovo Sugar Malawiโs Dwangwa Estate, said the training aligns with his security work.
Nyahoda, who has been elected class president and has a background in security, said he joined the program with a clear goal of using drone technology to strengthen security and risk management at his workplace.
In an interview, he said security is constantly changing, just like crime, making it important to embrace modern technology in managing security risks and emerging challenges.
Inspired by surveillance challenges at the estate, Nyahoda aims to gain practical skills in drone mapping, data collection and risk assessment.
He hopes to integrate drone technology into everyday security operations.
As the sixth RPL cohort gets underway, the 23 participants are set to gain practical knowledge and skills that can be applied in security, agriculture, mapping, environmental management and other sectors.