Frequently Asked Questions
Solar Sister is a social enterprise that empowers women to build clean energy businesses while
expanding access to affordable solar lighting and clean cooking solutions in underserved
communities across Africa. Through entrepreneurship, we help improve livelihoods, strengthen
communities, and address energy poverty.
Economically empower women and eradicate energy poverty through entrepreneurship.
Solar Sister currently works across Nigeria, Tanzania, and Kenya, supporting women
entrepreneurs who bring clean energy solutions to last-mile communities.
Women are trusted members of their communities and often understand local energy needs
firsthand. By investing in women entrepreneurs, Solar Sister expands access to clean energy
while creating sustainable economic opportunities that benefit families and communities.
Solar Sister trains, empower, equips, and supports women to build clean energy businesses.
These entrepreneurs distribute high-quality solar and clean cooking products while receiving
ongoing mentorship, business training, and access to a supportive network.
Our model combines women entrepreneurship, clean energy, and community leadership. Rather
than delivering energy solutions directly, we invest in local women entrepreneurs who build
businesses that create lasting economic, social, and environmental impact.
Solar Sister collaborates with governments, donors, NGOs, corporations, and community
organizations to expand clean energy access and women’s entrepreneurship. Interested
organizations can contact us through
You can reach us through the Contact Us page, where you will find our office locations, email
addresses, and inquiry form.