Yacine is like millions of women in Senegal who live in rural, off-grid communities. She has a husband, a family, and relies on agriculture to earn an income. But Yacine is also very unique…
In June 2020, residents of the remote village of Mthembanji in Malawi’s Dedza district welcomed the arrival of a 20-foot shipping container. It held the components of a 12-kilowatt solar-powered microgrid – to provide 60 homes and small businesses with a supply of electricity for the first time. Following close consultation with community members, its arrival sparked a host of opportunities for people to make more money and improve their lives.
