Towerco of Africa and WeLight, a “luminous” partnership for rural electrification in Madagascar
March 5th 2024
It is essential to highlight that Madagascar has one of the lowest rates of access to electricity, reaching only 33.7%, and to digital connectivity, which stands at 22%. And this partnership aims to promote socio-economic inclusion through the energy and digital transition. This collaboration, under the supervision of the AXIAN group, has already powered more than 10 telecom towers through WeLight mini-networks, and has been able to simultaneously provide electricity to around 4,000 homes, thus transforming the daily lives of thousands of people. people. An initiative with significant positive impacts on the environment and socio-economic status of several communities.
For Towerco Of Africa, this reinforces its commitment to digitalization and sustainable development, while WeLight brings its expertise in rural electrification. The project has positive impacts on the environment and socio-economic. “ The synergy between TOA and WeLight has been key to this success, optimizing our resources and integrating cutting-edge technologies for lasting impact. Our ambition for the coming year is to extend our network to more than 15 WeLight Minigrid sites, thus strengthening this dynamic of progress and well-being . » – Gilles KUNTZ CEO of TOA Madagascar.
About TOA TowerCo of Africa : a subsidiary of Axian Telecom, is a leader in the construction and management of telecom towers with passive mobile infrastructure, operating in four key regions in Africa. Committed to sustainable growth, TOA strives to minimize its ecological footprint and promote environmentally friendly infrastructure. Find out more at www.towercoofafrica.com
About We Light: Founded in 2018, WeLight provides clean, affordable, reliable and productive energy to people in remote rural areas in Madagascar and sub-Saharan Africa. WeLight targets isolated villages and contributes significantly to their socio-economic development. The company relies on field and technological know-how, combining mini-grids and renewable energies favorable to the energy inclusion of villages.
Source: Agency EcoFin
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