We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Nick Pearson as SolarAid’s new Chief Executive Officer. Nick will join the organisation on 17 August 2026, bringing more than 30 years of international leadership experience across multinational business, social enterprise, impact investing and the off-grid energy sector.
Nick joins SolarAid at an exciting point in our journey as we continue working towards a future where everyone, everywhere has access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy.
With more than three decades of international leadership experience, including 18 years living and working across sub-Saharan Africa, Nick brings a unique combination of commercial expertise and deep sector knowledge. His career has spanned senior leadership roles at Diageo, Mars and Reckitt Benckiser before moving into energy access as Group Commercial Director and Country CEO at PEG Africa, one of Africa’s leading pay-as-you-go solar companies. Most recently, he led Acumen’s Hardest to Reach Fund, supporting last-mile solar distributors serving some of the most underserved communities across sub-Saharan Africa.
Nick Pearson is joining SolarAid as the new Chief Executive Officer
Welcoming Nick to SolarAid, Chair of the Board, Lionel Marumahoko, said:
“We’re thrilled to welcome Nick to SolarAid at such an exciting point in our journey. His unique blend of commercial leadership, deep experience in the energy access sector, and long-standing connection to sub-Saharan Africa make him exceptionally well placed to lead the organisation into its next chapter.
“As we work towards a future where everyone, everywhere has access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy, Nick brings a clear commitment to locally led solutions and the partnerships needed to create lasting impact. I know he’ll inspire our team, our partners and our supporters as we continue to grow our impact together.”
Nick said:
“I’m delighted to be joining SolarAid at such an important moment. Throughout my career I’ve seen the transformative impact that access to clean, affordable energy can have on people’s lives, livelihoods and opportunities.
“SolarAid has built an outstanding reputation for combining innovation, local leadership and lasting impact. I’m excited to work alongside our staff, partners, supporters and communities as we continue our mission to ensure that everyone, everywhere has access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy.”
Nick’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for SolarAid as we continue working with governments, businesses, communities and partners to expand sustainable energy access across sub-Saharan Africa through locally led solutions that create lasting impact.
Please join us in welcoming Nick to SolarAid. We look forward to the next chapter of our journey together.