SORA Technology, a Japan-based startup using drones and artificial intelligence to tackle infectious diseases and climate-related challenges in Africa, has secured an additional US$2.5 million in the second close of its late seed funding round, bringing its total funding to US$7.3 million. The latest investment follows a US$4.8 million raise completed in 2025.
As per Tech in Africa, new investors in the round include Daiwa House Group Investment, Central Japan Innovative Research Fund I, and UNERI Capital Fund Series I.
Founded in 2018 by Chief Executive Officer Yosuke Kaneko, SORA Technology combines drones, satellite data, and AI to address public health and environmental issues, with a strong focus on malaria control across Africa.
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The company’s flagship initiative, SORA Malaria Control, is currently active in more than 10 African countries, including Ghana, Kenya, Senegal, and Mozambique. The program works in collaboration with national governments, research institutions, and the World Health Organization to support malaria prevention and control efforts.
SORA Technology plans to use the new funding to further develop its disease prediction algorithms, expand its operations across the African continent, and strengthen local expertise in drone and AI technologies. These efforts are also aimed at positioning the company for a future Series A funding round.
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