UK-based company Mopo has partnered with The Health Electrification and Telecommunications Alliance (Heta), a Power Africa initiative by USAID, to provide 24-hour electricity to healthcare facilities in Sierra Leone. The project has focused on using solar energy to electrify two locations, Waterloo Rural Community Hospital and Wara Wara Faith Clinic.
Mopo installed solar-powered systems at these health centers, enabling uninterrupted power supply for medical equipment. At Wara Wara Faith Clinic, solar energy now powers oxygen machines and refrigerators, improving patient care and ensuring safe medicine storage. At Waterloo Rural Community Hospital, solar-powered fans have enhanced the comfort of patients by cooling the facility during hot and humid nights.
To further support local communities, Mopo also set up solar-powered Mopo Hubs near the healthcare centers. These hubs rent out rechargeable batteries on a pay-per-use basis. The system is designed for areas where grid electricity is unreliable or unavailable. Community members can use these batteries to power household appliances, providing access to affordable and sustainable electricity.
The initiative also supports Power Africa’s goal of expanding energy access across sub-Saharan Africa. Heta works with renewable energy, digital technology, and health solutions providers to electrify and connect healthcare facilities. Its collaboration involves private-sector partners, African governments, and international organizations to create sustainable energy solutions for local needs.
Heta’s work is supported by founding partners such as Abt Global, Bechtel Corporation, Resolve, and Orange. These organizations combine expertise in health and energy to address energy gaps in healthcare infrastructure. Mopo Chairman, Jono West, stated that the partnership with Heta allows the company to bring its solar technology to underserved areas, supporting both healthcare facilities and the broader community.
