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The world's largest autonomous logistics system, specializing in drone-based medical supply delivery.
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US-backed Zipline partners with Rwanda for drone delivery of medicines
TechCabal - Feb 05, 2026
Rwanda signed an expansion agreement with Zipline to scale autonomous medical delivery systems. The deal is supported by a $150 million funding from the US Department of State.

Rwanda Expands with Zipline to Become First Country in the World with Nationwide Autonomous Delivery Including Africa’s First Urban Drone Delivery Network
Tech In Africa - Feb 05, 2026
Rwanda becomes the first country in Africa with full nationwide autonomous logistics coverage through Zipline. The agreement marks the launch of Zipline's urban delivery system in Rwanda, targeting dense areas like Kigali.

The US backs Zipline with $150M to expand drone deliveries in Africa
Techpoint Africa - Nov 26, 2025
The US backs Zipline with $150 million to expand its drone delivery network in Africa. Zipline aims to increase its service from 5,000 to 15,000 hospitals, potentially reaching 130 million people.

Zipline to receive $150m U.S. backing to expand AI drone delivery across Africa
TechCabal - Nov 25, 2025
Zipline is set to receive $150 million from the U.S. Department of State for expansion in Africa. Funding is contingent on signed national expansion contracts from Rwanda, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, and Nigeria.

U.S. Backs Zipline’s African Drone Push with $150M
Tech Labari - Nov 25, 2025
The U.S. Department of State is investing $150 million in Zipline to scale its drone delivery services across Africa. This is the first pay-for-performance agreement of its kind, linking funds to contracts signed by African governments.
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