Malaria No More Hosts Critical Discussions on Private Sector Innovation in Malaria Control

March 12, 2025 – SORA TechnologyCo., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagoya, Japan; Founder & CEO: Yosuke Kaneko) participated in an international summit organized by Malaria No More and Malaria No More Japan. The event, held on March 7, 2025, brought together global stakeholders to discuss how private sector innovation can drive progress in malaria eradication and universal health coverage (UHC) in Africa. SORA Technology showcased its pioneering approach using drones and AI for malaria control, emphasizing the role of public-private collaboration in tackling global health challenges.

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About the Malaria No More Summit on Infectious Diseases and UHC in Africa

• Date & Time: March 7, 2025, 14:30 – 15:30
• Organizers: Malaria No More, Malaria No More Japan
• Co-host: UNDP Representation Office in Tokyo

This summit, led by Malaria No More, focused on infectious disease control and strengthening Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Africa, fostering discussions on:

• Private sector innovation in disease control, including AI and drone technology.
• Investment strategies to enhance healthcare infrastructure and public health initiatives.
• The economic impact of malaria control investments, highlighting how funding for malaria eradication can generate significant economic returns

Emphasizing the Importance of Public-Private Collaboration

Mary Yeboah Asantewaa, Business Development Lead for Africa at SORA Technology, took the stage to highlight the crucial role of public-private partnerships in achieving malaria elimination. She stressed that while governments play a central role in malaria control, achieving zero malaria requires collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors to attract investment and maximize impact.

Asantewaa also presented key insights from SORA Technology’s malaria control initiatives:

• Cost-effective solutions: Startups like SORA Technology are contributing to malaria elimination through innovative and cost-efficient drone and AI-based solutions.
• Proven results in Ghana: The company’s Larval Source Management (LSM) efforts in Ghana have demonstrated significant improvements in efficiency and cost savings.
• Economic impact: According to the World Economic Forum, every $1 invested in malaria control can yield up to $36 in economic benefits, underscoring the need for increased investment in the private sector to improve public health and economic prosperity.

Beyond Malaria: Innovations in Epidemic Forecasting and Agriculture

SORA Technology is committed to building a resilient and sustainable society by leveraging drones and AI not only for malaria control but also for epidemic forecasting and agricultural solutions. The company continues to develop technologies that address social challenges and drive innovation in global health and sustainability.

Company Overview

Company Name: SORA Technology Inc.
Headquarters: Nagoya, Japan
Founder & CEO: Yosuke Kaneko
Business Areas: Development and implementation of drone and AI technologies for infectious disease control, agricultural support, and disaster response
Founded: 2020
Website: https://sora-technology.com/