Changing lives with microsolar


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It's great when you speak to those who have benefitted from microsolar. It is a reminder of how a simple bulb and solar panel can change a person's life.

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Mr Kalua reads under the light provided by a microsolar system.

I recently interviewed secondary school teacher and Theology student at the University of Livingstonia, Mr R. Kalua, who purchased a microsolar system over a year ago. Still reaping the benefits, Mr Kalua expresses his passion for solar below:

"For a long time I have been facing the problem of lighting my house because I could not afford to install ESCOM [mains] electricity. The national grid line is also far from my village which makes it very difficult.

With microsolar I can light my home at all times and expensive kerosene is now a thing of the past. My family save MWK1200.00 (£5.00) a month previously spent on kerosene, and I can now play my radio and save MWK2300.00 (£10.00) on batteries. I also charge my mobile phone on the system, which gives me access to active communication, saving MWK50.00 (22p) per charging cycle.

I'm using this product to prepare lesson plans for my classes and to light my studies. I recommend it from deep down in my heart: it is reliable, cheap and long lasting. For a year now I have been using it without facing any major problems.

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With microsolar Mr Kalua has better communication with access to radio and mobile phone charging.

Finally, I would like to thank SolarAid for the brilliant idea that has changed my life and others in my community. I urge them to continue with this programme and bring in more important systems that have a direct impact to peoples' lives in developing countries. I and my family appreciate the positive impact that this product has on our lives."

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