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Access to electricity in Côte d’Ivoire has seen significant progress, with the government announcing a 95% electrification rate across...

In Nigeria, high energy costs and fuel prices reaching around ₦950 per litre and above have left individuals and businesses searching for more affordable energy solutions and reliable electricity in Nigeria. Lumos provides off-grid solar power at the same time as transforming the lives of local entrepreneurs who partner with them. By becoming Lumos Partners, these entrepreneurs have turned the challenge of unreliable power into an opportunity, both for themselves and the comm

In Nigeria, the sharp rise in fuel prices has put enormous pressure on business owners who once relied on fuel-powered generators to keep their operations running. From barbershops to bakeries, fuel had been the backbone of daily business activities, but as fuel subsidies were slashed, the skyrocketing costs left many at a breaking point. For entrepreneurs like Bright, Kenneth, Prince, and Emeka, a new solution emerged in the form of Lumos, offering a clean, reliable and affo

At Lumos, we believe in not just providing power but in igniting a movement of change and empowerment through clean energy access. The Lumos Academy stands as a testament to this belief, training dedicated individuals to become Lumos Partners in Nigeria and Lumos Delegates in Côte d’Ivoire, bringing light and hope to off-grid communities, whether they’re connected to the grid or not. This programme has proven to be transformative, both for the individuals who participate and

With up to 674 million people globally expected to remain without access to electricity in 2030, 9/10 of these people will live i n Sub-Saharan Africa energy markets . The absence of reliable power sources presents a significant barrier to progress and is leading to high levels of energy poverty in Africa. As a result, there’s an urgent need for innovative solutions such as off-grid solar systems and solar home systems (SHSs) like Lumos, to bridge the energy gap and empower