Village Solar

Thank you, All Good Ventures, for partnering with us and believing in our Vision! We are grateful for the opportunity to join this year's cohort of supported ventures. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our existing partners for their continued support.

Village Solar Co-founder Susanna Simango amplifies the voices of women in rural Malawi by sharing the story of Eveless. Her story reflects the challenges faced by many women in rural Malawi, where societal norms often limit their access to resources and economic opportunities. Thanks to kanthari for the feature!

We are pleased to share that our Co-founder & COO, Susanna Simango, is among this year's 22 changemakers from around the world who have received scholarships for the 12-month kanthari impact leadership course, taking place in Trivandrum, India. We are proud of her accomplishment and the ongoing achievements of our #VillageSolar team. Congratulations, Susanna! #Impact #Leadership

We had a wonderful day observing our women entrepreneurs in action, going door to door and engaging with rural communities. It was truly inspiring. We are empowering rural marginalized women in #Malawi through clean energy entrepreneurship, offering training, mentorship, and access to technology. This equips women to run successful clean energy businesses in off-grid rural areas. Here, Marietta Laisi, one of our dedicated entrepreneurs, persuades Village Headman Mapila to invest in a solar lantern. Learn more and support our work at www.villagesolar.org

Did you know that 85% of the population in #Malawi lacks access to electricity? That's over #17million people missing out on improved living standards and economic opportunities due to this energy gap. The women we support as clean energy entrepreneurs are bringing light to those who need it most, in remote rural areas. Women like #Felizina_Kenani are spreading hope in communities without electricity by distributing solar lanterns (which are small household lights about the size of a kerosene lamp). Every sale they make isn't just a transaction; it's a meaningful step towards a fairer, more sustainable future for all. Learn more & support our work: www.villagesolar.org

Have you ever thought about summing up the work of Village Solar in just a few words? Village Solar creates jobs for rural marginalized women in off-grid, last-mile communities of Malawi through the distribution of clean energy products to low-income consumers. This means we recruit, train and offer ongoing business support to disadvantaged women, while also providing life-improving products to households in remote rural areas. #PoweringDreams

Radiant smiles lighting up our day! 😊 Meet Felezina (R) and Prisca (L), two incredible Village Solar Entrepreneurs, sharing moments of joy during today's training session. Behind these smiles are stories of determination, resilience, and a commitment to break the cycle of energy poverty in rural Malawi. We are here to support them every step of the way. Learn more about how we are working to reduce energy poverty and increase women incomes through the link below. #PoweringDreams

Congratulations to all the remarkable ventures! This support is invaluable for Village Solar, empowering us to directly impact more Malawian farmers, especially marginalized women in rural areas, where 95% of the population are living without access to energy, restricting growth opportunities. With this backing, we are better equipped to help farmers save income, improve living conditions, and enrich livelihoods through solar lighting solutions. Heartfelt thanks to MEDA (Mennonite Economic Development Associates) and the RBJ Schlegel Family Foundation for the support.

In rural Malawi, women are the heart of their communities, tirelessly tending to fields, managing households, nurturing their children, and providing unwavering family support. Clean energy technologies are their allies in efficiency, streamlining daily tasks while brightening their communities. At Village Solar, we collaborate with these remarkable women, who shoulder the pivotal role of village sales representatives. They are empowered to deliver safe, clean, and cost-effective energy solutions to their neighbors, encompassing solar-powered lanterns, solar home systems  equipped with cell phone chargers and radios. Their unwavering dedication is directed towards serving their communities. This community-driven, women-centric, village-based sales model not only extends energy access in remote areas but also uplifts the lives of these rural saleswomen by providing income opportunities. Our approach provides women with the tools to create economic opportunities, helping their families break free from poverty. By distributing solar lights through a sustainable business model, Village Solar ensures long-term benefits for women and their communities. If you are eager to learn more about our work or explore collaboration opportunities, please don't hesitate to reach out to us via direct message or you can also connect with our CEO Sungeni Segula. We are excited to hear from you! #PoweringDreams #EmpowerWomen #CleanEnergy #CommunityDevelopment #CollaborationOpportunities