Sun Plugged Energy - Harare, Zimbabwe

Sun Plugged Energy is revolutionizing the way rural communities access renewable energy solutions. Through their innovative solar home solution coupled with a mobile tablet, customers are able to stay connected to the internet, while enjoying the convenience of a Pay-As-You-Go model with repayment over 9-12 months through mobile money payment platforms or microfinance institutions. Community-based sales agents are being used to distribute these solutions to the most remote and disenfranchised communities, bringing them into the digital age with the ability to access energy and the internet. Existing solutions do not offer this level of connectivity, productive uses, and financial inclusion. Sun Plugged's data collection component will analyze usage data and credit data to further improve  

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the service offerings to these communities. This new venture has the potential to transform the lives of those living in rural areas by providing them with basic electricity needs and the opportunity to launch or improve micro-businesses and other economic activities.