590 million people across sub-Saharan Africa live without electricity. When the sun goes down the working day ends for millions of people. For millions of others the only option is to ignite kerosene lamps and paraffin candles, which emit toxic fumes into the earth’s atmosphere. But with the flick of a switch, we can change that story. Every solar light in someone’s hand is an instant win for people and the planet.
The country of Zambia is vast and reaching those in the most remote areas is no simple task. Communications Officer, Thomas, meets with four of our most remotely located agents to learn more about how we are reaching last mile communities.
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Eness Naliwa struggled to feed her family with the small amount she made from her businesses. When solar came to her village, everything changed.
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75% of rural clinics in sub-Saharan Africa lack access to electricity putting patients, and especially new mothers, at risk. Tokozile travels to remote clinics in Zambia meeting the women who are experiencing giving birth in light for the first time.
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We do charity differently. Through our social enterprise SunnyMoney, we create a local market and prioritise reaching people and places who are being left behind by business as usual.
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