Chief Executive Officer of FlyElevate365, Moses Appiah-Miracle, says the idea to deploy drones for delivering food and essential supplies on the University of Ghana campus was inspired by a persistent challenge: the long distances students often walk to access necessities.
The University of Ghana has partnered with FlyElevate365 and other key aviation stakeholders to introduce the country’s first-ever drone delivery service on a university campus. The initiative is part of the university’s strategic plan to enhance and promote a transformative student experience.
Speaking on Campus Exclusive on Radio Univers, Appiah-Miracle said the innovation is a response to the everyday struggles of students in accessing food, medical supplies, academic materials, and personal packages.
“The question that came up was: why should students walk miles to get food or essential supplies when drones can deliver them right to their doorstep? That’s what inspired our innovation with the University of Ghana,” he explained.
Also commenting on the initiative, Felix Kaledzie, Director of Operations at FlyElevate365, revealed that the team is currently awaiting key clearances before rolling out the service.
“In addition to stakeholder engagements, we’ve submitted a rollout plan for the pilot phase. The Security Department will designate drone flight areas, after which we’ll present it to GCAA for assessment and final approval,” he said.
Kaledzie hinted that the pilot phase could begin within three months if all necessary approvals are granted. He also reassured students that any data captured by the drones would be used strictly for research and operational analysis under the supervision of the University’s Oversight Committee.
“We understand the importance of privacy. While drones may capture data, it will be used solely to improve operations and assess feasibility. That data will be accessible only to the University Oversight Committee,” he added.
He further noted that the initiative has received strong support from students, based on insights from a recent campus survey.
“We’ve had over 120 responses so far, with about 83% of students expressing interest in the technology becoming part of their daily lives. Many have even signed up to participate in the pilot program,” Kaledzie said.
He added that beyond convenience, the project is expected to provide hands-on learning and internship opportunities for students across various disciplines.
“Whether in customer support, IT, or other areas, this initiative creates room for student engagement. This isn’t just a FlyElevate365 project — it’s a joint effort with the University of Ghana, and we’re open to collaborating with students at every level,” he concluded.
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Story by Kwadwo Owusu Anane | univers.ug.edu.gh
Edited by Cindy Selasi Humade
