Tombo Banda

Tombo Banda, an energy access innovator from Malawi, discusses the pressing need for electricity in rural areas. She highlights the potential of mini-grids, solar-powered localized systems that can be quickly deployed to bring clean energy to underserved communities. Banda shares inspiring success stories from Malawi and Tanzania, showcasing how electricity can stimulate economic growth and improve living standards. She also emphasizes the importance of making these solutions profitable and scalable to reach millions in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Tombo Banda discusses the challenges of electricity access in Africa, mini-grid innovations, boosting profitability through economic empowerment, balancing profitability and access, and solutions for mini-grid developers in Africa