SORA Technology Co., Ltd. got about JPY 400 million, which is about USD 2.5 million. The money came after the second close of its late seed round in November 2025. The business is based in Nagoya, Japan. New investors in the round were Daiwa House Group Investment Limited Partnership, Central Japan Innovative Research Fund I, and UNERI Capital Fund Series 1. Shareholders who already owned shares also took part.
The money helps satellite, drone, and AI projects grow. These projects are aimed at controlling infectious diseases and dealing with climate-related problems. SORA Technology is all about using data to find solutions for monitoring the environment and public health.
Malaria is a major health issue. Every year, more than 200 million people get malaria. About 600,000 people die from the disease every year around the world. Most of the cases and deaths happen in Africa. SORA Technology makes systems that use satellite images, drones, and AI to watch and predict things. These systems help with planning for prevention and coordinating responses.
The company put solutions in place in more than ten African countries. Ghana, Sierra Leone, Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Senegal, Kenya, and Mozambique are some of these. Most projects are run by programs in the public sector. International organizations, governments, universities, and research institutions are all partners.
A new project started in Mozambique not long ago. The project worked with Unitaid and the World Health Organization. The project made the company more involved in global health coordination frameworks.
SORA Technology uses its technology in other fields besides public health. Monitoring the environment is an important area. Satellite data helps find changes in land and environmental risk. Mining companies use these tools to keep an eye on large areas and make sure they are following the rules.
Another area where this technology can be used is in agriculture. The company uses drones that spray and analytics to help farms be more productive. These systems are meant to have less of an effect on the environment. Projects also help carbon credit programs in Japan and Africa.
Future plans include more satellite data analysis and combining drone and satellite operations. The company wants to expand its operations around the world. Target areas include controlling disease, keeping an eye on the environment, farming, and managing natural resources. The goal is to build long-lasting social infrastructure in areas that are under stress from health and environmental issues.
