World First: Life-saving blood to be delivered by drones in SA!

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The South African National Blood Service and Western Cape Blood Service recently came together to showcase how they intend to save more lives using drone technology.

That’s right… blood will be delivered by drones in South Africa!

Jonathan Louw, CEO of the South African National Blood Service, joined Brent Lindeque in studio to chat about blood in SA as well as this new incredible technology.

14 Jun 2022 English South Africa Personal Journals · Daily News Brent Lindeque

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