Giving Tuesday is upon us again! Tuesday 3rd December marks the global day of giving. The day that has inspired millions to come together in the hope of creating the world they dream of. The same day is also the start of the Big Give Christmas Challenge, the match funding campaign that gives you a […]
Together with the University of New South Wales (UNSW), we are delighted to share the first-ever State of Repair report where we have gathered essential insights from across the off-grid energy sector in the Global South – examining the current state of repair services. SolarAid has been working on the repair of non-functioning solar products […]
SolarAid and UNSW Launch “State of Repair” Report, Setting the Stage for the Future of Off-Grid Solar Repair Services London, UK, 11.10.24 – SolarAid, in partnership with the University of New South Wales (UNSW), is thrilled to announce the release of the first-ever State of Repair in the Off-Grid Solar Sector report, offering a comprehensive look at the […]
Eight Solar Entrepreneurs from rural Zambia visited Lusaka in April to participate in SolarAid’s three-day solar light repair training. This training marks a significant step towards addressing two crucial challenges: improving access to sustainable lighting and reducing electronic waste in underserved communities. The primary goal of the training was to equip these entrepreneurs with the […]
London, UK – SolarAid, a pioneering charity dedicated to bringing solar power to underserved communities across Africa, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its Board of Trustees. Lionel Marumahoko has been appointed as the new Chair of Trustees, while Chris Austin joins as a new Trustee, further strengthening SolarAid’s leadership […]
The climate crisis is here, and those who have contributed the least are feeling it the most. Zambia is currently facing the most severe droughts in decades. This drought, exacerbated by climate change and the El Niño phenomenon, has had a profound effect on the country, impacting everything from agriculture to electricity generation. With over […]
Press release SolarAid wins at the Charity Awards 2024 SolarAid is delighted to announce that it has taken the top prize in the International Aid & Development category at this year’s Charity Awards, the longest-running and most prestigious awards scheme in the charity sector. SolarAid was recognised for its Light a Village programme in Malawi, […]
SolarAid is delighted to announce that it has made the shortlist for this year’s Charity Awards, the longest-running and most prestigious awards scheme in the charity sector. SolarAid has been shortlisted in the International Aid and Development category for its Light a Village project in Malawi, which is a ground breaking programme aiming to bring […]
In a world where dreams are fuelled by limitless ambition, every journey begins with a simple question: “What if we could…?” For us at SolarAid, this question ignites our passion as we work towards achieving universal energy access. As the urgency to bridge the energy access gap grows, we are persisting in our pursuit of […]
As we are working to progress towards our mission to leave no one behind in the energy transition, we are thrilled to share the news that we are part of an exciting new consortium of actors committed to increasing access to solar powered light and electricity across Madagascar. Recognising the great need for access to […]