KUKHANYA
Our vision at Kukhanya is informed by our passion for providing electricity to Mozambicans who need it the most. It is our core belief that light is a basic human right and fundamental for meeting daily needs, especially for rural communities whose livelihood depends on agriculture, an industry that constitutes 70% of the country’s economy.
WHO WE ARE
“Kukhanya” means “light” or “bringing light” in Swahili and various African languages. Our venture began in 2021 by providing and promoting alternative energy sources to rural and underserved communities working in the agricultural sector around Maputo Province. We realized that most farmers and small business owners in Boane and Namaacha districts relied mainly on the light from main roads to continue working when the evening came. Through working in these locations, we quickly realized many other smallholders struggled with the same challenges throughout the country. Thus, with the insight into how solar energy can transform farmers’ lives, we have made it our mission to “bring light” to these communities while simultaneously enhancing their production and providing them with a more sustainable livelihood.
