Simba Telecom Uganda, a leading telecommunications company, and d.light, a global leader in solar-powered solutions, have signed a partnership agreement to distribute solar solutions across Uganda.

Under the partnership, Simba Telecom Uganda will expand its product offerings to include d.light's high-quality solar-powered products, including solar home systems, solar lanterns, and portable solar chargers. These products will be available at Simba Telecom Uganda's retail stores nationwide, making them more accessible to customers across the country.

Speaking during the agreement signing and launch event in Kampala, Simba Group Chairman and Simba Telecom Founder Dr. Patrick Bitature said the partnership aligns with Simba Group's commitment to complement the government to power every house in the country and provide innovative products and services that meet the needs of Ugandans.
  
"We are excited to partner with d.light to provide our customers access to affordable and reliable solar solutions. This partnership aligns with our commitment as Simba Group to power every house in the country and provide innovative products and services that meet the needs of our customers," Dr. Bitature said.

Ugandans will access affordable solar products on a pay-as-you-go basis for up to 1 and a half years. The PayGo Solution (Kibanja Mpola) is a revolutionary approach to purchasing solar products, allowing customers to make affordable payments over time. This system removes the barrier to entry for many customers who may not be able to afford a one-time fee for a solar product. 

"We believe that access to clean energy is a basic human right and that everyone should have the opportunity to benefit from the advantages of solar energy. The partnership with Simba Telecom enables us to bring our solar solutions to more people across Uganda. Customers will enjoy the benefits of solar energy without worrying about the upfront costs subsequently improving their lives and contributing to economic development," d.light Group CEO Nick Imuda said.


Across the world, governments strongly advocate for the promotion of solar energy alongside the main electricity grid. Solar energy is renewable, abundant, and accessible to most people, especially in rural areas where access to the main electricity grid is limited.

The partnership is part of d.light's mission to empower people without access to reliable electricity with affordable, high-quality solar-powered solutions. The partnership will enable d.light to reach more customers and help them improve their quality of life by providing access to clean energy.

