Across sub-Saharan Africa, hundreds of millions of people are still living without electricity. These are families, entrepreneurs, students and communities whose opportunities are limited every day by a lack of access to energy. At SolarAid, we exist to help change this. Our vision is a world where everyone has sustained access to clean, renewable energy. […]
We’ve now reached our target – thank you. To everyone who donated, shared, or supported Solar United Madagascar in any way, we’re incredibly grateful. Your support will help bring clean, reliable solar power to more families who need it most. Original post below: This Earth Day marks the beginning of something powerful – Earth Raise. […]
SolarAid today announced that its Chief Executive Officer, John Keane, has decided to step down from his role in June Keane has been with SolarAid for more than two decades, including serving as CEO since 2017. During this time, he has played a central role in shaping the organisation’s direction and impact, helping to establish […]
Our Annual Report for 2024/25 is here. Inside, you’ll find a summary of the year ending March 2025 – from our financial performance to the real-world impact of our work, and what we’re focusing on next. Please click here to view if you cannot see the report above.
In 2025 SolarAid saw how collective action can bring about real change. A key example of this was our breakthrough moment in one of the remotest villages in Malawi, Kasakula. By coming together, teams in the UK, Zambia and Malawi worked with governments and local people to make history happen. 8,813 people- every single household […]
As we look back on 2025, we’re reminded of what becomes possible when determination meets community. Thanks to our supporters, our teams, and the extraordinary resilience of the communities we work alongside, this year has been a year of bold steps, pioneering models, and achieved milestones. And yet, it still feels like we’re only just […]
The Big Give Christmas Challenge Update We did it! Thanks to all of the incredible supporters just like you, we raised an enormous £101,272. Thank you. Original post: The Big Give Christmas Challenge is back! It’s that time of year again – the Big Give Christmas Challenge is here, giving you the chance […]
This October, as the world marks International E-Waste Day and International Repair Day 2025, SolarAid is proud to reflect on the role repair plays in creating a more sustainable future. Repairing isn’t just about fixing what’s broken – it’s about extending the life of products, reducing waste, saving costs, and empowering communities with the skills […]
A milestone that changes what’s possible – and why it matters during Global Goals Week On 26th August 2025, something remarkable happened. Every household in Kasakula, Malawi – all 8,813 homes – gained access to solar power. For the first time, every family in this rural community can now switch on a light at night, […]
Who’s measuring energy access where it matters? Thousands of solar companies and distributors are operating across sub-Saharan Africa. In fact, 253 million solar lanterns and multi-light systems have been distributed across the continent since 2010. Yet, 565 million people live without access to electricity. And current projections indicate that 545 million people will still be […]