Representative Initiatives in Fiscal 2020
Four Japanese companies gave a special award to And Africa, a South African firm, for its development of IoT lockers. The lockers make it possible to send and receive parcels 24–7 without direct human contact, and the Japanese companies have an eye on possible business tie-ups with the firm.
Encouraging Innovative Quests
Project NINJA
（Next Innovation with Japan）
JICA organized a business plan competition aimed at supporting startups from 19 African countries that create innovative business models and technologies in response to the new normal brought about by COVID-19. A total of 2,713 firms applied. The grand finale among the 10 top competitors was held online in February 2021. Those selected as outstanding firms were qualified for business-matching with Japanese businesses as well as their technical assistance.
Four Japanese companies gave a special award to And Africa, a South African firm, for its development of IoT lockers. The lockers make it possible to send and receive parcels 24–7 without direct human contact, and the Japanese companies have an eye on possible business tie-ups with the firm.
