Zimbabwe
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Empowered by Light's projects in Zimbabwe support an all-women ranger force and provide life-saving water for wildlife in Hwange National Park and two villages.
7
projects completed
1223
people directly impacted
2
solar-powered water pumps
4
solar-powered watering holes
28
kilowatts of solar installed
Solar Water Pumps
More than 900 people in two villages in Zimbabwe benefit from the solar-powered water pumps we had installed to help combat Africa's severe drought and improve community health.
Solar Watering Holes
We've supported solar- and battery-powered water systems for four watering holes to help support wildlife impacted by Africa's severe drought. The systems enable wildlife to access water day or night, which is especially critical for elephants who are vulnerable during the heat of the day.
• Project Spotlight •
Akashinga
Powering the protectors with solar
We've supported Akashinga--the all-women ranger force in Zimbabwe, with solar and battery storage powering their training facilities and communications equipment. The women rangers are working to restore and manage a network of wilderness areas as an alternative to trophy hunting The solar-powered water pumps we've installed support the villages the women are recruited from
