Mopo has partnered with Heta to bring solar energy to healthcare facilities in Sierra Leone, electrifying the Waterloo Rural Community Hospital and Wara Wara Faith Clinic. This initiative includes solar-powered Mopo Hubs, which offer pay-per-use battery rentals to provide affordable, reliable power for communities lacking a stable grid infrastructure.
Solar-Powered Health Centres in Sierra Leone
Mopo—a UK-based leader in pay-per-use battery technology—has partnered with The Health Electrification and Telecommunications Alliance (Heta) to revolutionise electricity access in Sierra Leone. Supported by the USAID global development initiative Power Africa, this collaboration is focused on electrifying healthcare facilities with sustainable energy solutions and empowering local communities.
As part of this partnership, Mopo has brought solar energy to two key healthcare centres: Waterloo Rural Community Hospital and Wara Wara Faith Clinic. The initiative also established solar-powered Mopo Hubs near each facility.
These hubs rent Mopo’s proprietary batteries on a pay-per-use basis, delivering affordable and reliable energy to areas where grid infrastructure is either absent or highly unreliable. This innovative rental model makes energy access more democratic, enabling individuals and businesses to power their operations sustainably and enhancing quality of life for surrounding communities.
Enhancing Healthcare with Solar Energy
At Wara Wara Faith Clinic, solar power has transformed operations. Critical medical equipment, including oxygen machines and refrigeration units for medicines, now runs without interruption. This ensures patients receive 24-hour care while vaccines and other temperature-sensitive supplies are stored safely, improving health outcomes and boosting trust in local healthcare systems.
Waterloo Rural Community Hospital has also seen significant improvements. The introduction of solar-powered fans has made patient rooms cooler and quieter. This change has been particularly beneficial during Sierra Leone’s hot and humid nights, providing comfort to patients and supporting their recovery.
The impact of Mopo’s solar solutions extends beyond the walls of the healthcare facilities. The solar-powered Mopo hubs provide pay-per-use batteries, offering affordable and sustainable electricity to underserved communities.
Residents can use these batteries to power essential household appliances like lights, fans, and small electronics, significantly improving daily living conditions. Entrepreneurs also benefit by using the batteries to operate equipment, extend working hours, and scale their businesses.
Mopo chairman Jono West commented on the initiative: “We are delighted to be working with Heta, deploying our technology and solar power expertise both for the facilities and the local community. Together, we’re building healthier and more resilient communities through sustainable energy solutions.”
Heta’s Role in Energy Transformation
Heta—a key initiative of Power Africa—plays a pivotal role in this transformative partnership. By bringing together global leaders in renewable energy, digital technology, and health solutions, Heta aims to electrify and digitally connect healthcare facilities across sub-Saharan Africa. The alliance collaborates with private-sector companies, philanthropic foundations, and African governments to expand electricity access.
Led by Abt Global and supported by founding partners Bechtel Corporation, Resolve, and Orange, Heta is setting a new standard for energy access initiatives. Its focus on healthcare ensures that its solutions have both immediate and long-term benefits.
Mopo’s collaboration with Heta demonstrates how public-private partnerships can address critical development challenges. Through its combination of solar energy and an innovative pay-per-use battery model, Mopo is not only improving healthcare delivery but also fostering sustainable energy practices that benefit entire communities.
The initiative’s benefits are wide-ranging. Families can enjoy better living conditions, healthcare workers have the tools they need to save lives, and businesses can thrive with reliable energy access. The combined efforts of Mopo, Heta, and Power Africa are laying the foundation for a brighter, more sustainable future.
Mopo’s partnership with Heta is revolutionizing energy and healthcare access in Sierra Leone. By deploying solar power and pay-per-use batteries, the project is transforming lives and driving community growth. This focus on innovation and sustainability demonstrates how clean energy solutions can create a lasting impact, positioning Mopo to expand its reach to other underserved regions worldwide.
