A New Era for Africa-Japan Innovation

Cairo, Egypt – April, 2025 As part of his ongoing mission to promote space technology and foster impactful partnerships between Africa and Japan, Mr. Freddy Kankolongo was proud to participate in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Solafune Inc. (CEO: Ren Uechi) and the Egyptian Space Agency (EgSA).This agreement, signed in Cairo, represents a significant step forward in international cooperation and innovation. It focuses on the use of satellite data and artificial intelligence to develop solutions for key governmental and environmental challenges across the continent. Click here

Strategic Breakthrough.

This achievement is the result of dedicated efforts by Solafune team members, including engineers and R&D specialists, who have worked tirelessly to align advanced space technologies with real-world applications. Mr. Freddy Kankolongo Cisuaka, who has led Overseas Business Development for Africa at Solafune for the past three years, played a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of this initiative. His work in building trusted partnerships and identifying development opportunities across the continent helped lay the foundation for this MoU.

Cairo Agreement Paves Way for AI-Driven Satellite Solutions in Africa

This MoU underscores Solafune’s commitment to supporting data-driven development, and creating scalable solutions that benefit both public institutions and communities across Africa. We extend our thanks to the entire Solafune team for their contributions to this milestone moment. Together, we are shaping the future from space to sustainable solutions.

Africa’s space sector is expanding rapidly, and Egypt is at the forefront of this movement. It’s an honor to collaborate with EgSA in applying Japan’s innovation to African realities.