Minigrid–Solar Merger Powers Madagascar

May 07, 2025

Key Figures & Findings: ANKA and MOON have launched MOOKA, a joint venture in Madagascar, combining solar home kits with minigrid infrastructure. The project aims to mobilize €20 million in financing to reach 100,000 households with MOON’s solar kits using an energy-as-a-service model. Additionally, 10,000 Sunna Design solar streetlights will be deployed in select communities. The initiative reflects strategic alignment with SDG17 and supports Madagascar’s energy transition goals.

Statistics & Insights: The €20M financing target supports a dual rollout: 100,000 solar home systems and 10,000 solar-powered streetlights. The model leverages the durability of minigrids and the scalability of solar kits, enhancing access in underserved regions. The initiative aligns with #M300, a continent-wide goal to electrify 300 million people across Africa.

Future Implications: If MOOKA’s pilot in Madagascar proves successful, the integrated solar-minigrid approach could be scaled continent-wide. The €20M funding model may attract additional public-private partnerships, potentially accelerating #M300 objectives across rural Africa over the next decade.