Source: enterprisebureau.org
RedBird, a logistics startup in Ghana, is revolutionizing the way essential medical supplies are delivered to remote areas in the country. The company is using drones to transport medical supplies and other essential goods to hard-to-reach areas, making healthcare more accessible to people living in remote regions of Ghana.
RedBird’s drones are equipped with medical kits, enabling them to deliver life-saving supplies such as vaccines, medicines, blood products etc. to areas that are difficult to access by traditional means. The drones can travel up to 80km in an hour, reducing delivery times and improving the efficiency of healthcare system.
The company’s platform allows healthcare workers to place orders for medical supplies using a mobile app. RedBird’s drones then deliver the supplies directly to the healthcare facility, reducing the risk of stockouts and ensuring that patients receive the care they need.
One of the key advantages of RedBird’s platform is its ability to reach remote areas quickly and efficiently. In many parts of Ghana, poor infrastructure and difficult terrain make it difficult to transport medical supplies and other essential goods. RedBird’s drones can bypass these obstacles, delivering directly to healthcare facilities and improving the quality of care for patients in these areas. RedBird’s innovative approach to logistics is just one example of the many startups emerging in Africa, using technology to tackle the continent’s unique challenges.