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WASSHA
Providing low-cost, solar-powered lighting systems to underserved communities in Africa.
WASSHA is a Japanese company providing solar electricity-based lighting systems to underprivileged communities in Sub-Saharan Africa. They provide LED lantern rental services for low-income people (micro-business owners and households) who live in villages that are not connected to the grid or have no ready source of light. Their asset financing and rental model ensures there is no upfront capital requirement for its customers, allowing users to double their income by extending business hours and activity.
Notable Achievements
- Has 6000 outlets across 5 countries & has reached 1M people to date
- WASSHA’s LED lights are at least 20x brighter than kerosene lights
- Lighting systems enable street vendors & shops to dramatically extend opening hours and double their income on average
Currently Operating in Five Regions
Press Mentions
May 23, 2024
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