As the world becomes more environmentally conscious, eco-friendly African companies are developing innovative ways to transform different sectors and help make local communities more sustainable.
Sustainability in the information and communications technology (ICT) ecosystem has become essential to paving the way for Africa’s economic growth, job creation, and environmental conservation plans.
As the continent embraces digital transformation, African startups have been integrating green technologies to mitigate climate change and reduce carbon footprints.
In West Africa, Nigeria’s renewable energy sector is undergoing a transformation, driven by a combination of policy reforms, investment opportunities, and technological advancements.
A report by Rocky Mountain Institute and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet titled Partnerships for Power: Unlocking Scale for Interconnected Minigrids in Nigeria, found that 75% of the country’s population, an estimated 150 million people, grapple with no or unreliable access to electricity.
To remedy the situation, a Nigerian renewable energy startup called Neogia Energies deploys mobile charging stations to underserved communities.
“Neogia Energies’ mobile solar charging stations directly address infrastructure gaps and affordability challenges. Our approach allows communities to access clean energy without large upfront costs, making renewable power more accessible and sustainable,” Neogia Energies Founder and CEO Ahmed Idris told Connecting Africa.
Founded in 2024, Neogia Energies seeks to bridge the clean energy access divide, particularly for people in underserved and rural parts of Africa.
Neogia Energies’ flagship product, Mosos Africa, is a mobile solar station designed to provide reliable power to communities where it isn’t delivered from the grid.
Mosos Africa mobile solar stations
Mosos Africa is a compact and durable energy solution, designed to serve as a reliable recharging hub for households, schools, small businesses, and health clinics.
It provides clean lighting while enabling users to charge phones, preserve essential medicines, and power small appliances, bringing convenience and resilience to everyday life.
“Our Mosos Africa mobile charging stations enhance economic growth and social development in underserved areas by maximizing station usage to serve multiple commercial purposes. So, our station can be used for businesses like barbers salons, fast food outlets or food provision stores,” Idris explained.
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Mosos Africa is a mobile solar station designed to deliver reliable power to underserved communities. (Source: Neogia Energies)
“Our stations are made locally, which not only ensures that products are tailored to local conditions but also builds community capacity and creates jobs, facilitating long-term sustainability. Additionally, we source all our components within our community where possible to reduce cost and strengthen the local supply chain,” he said.
He added that the company is working on integrating IoT technology for real-time monitoring and remote management of energy systems, AI for predictive maintenance to reduce downtime, and mobile platforms to facilitate user payments and service access.
“These technologies will improve operational efficiency, enhance customer experience, and enable scalable, data-driven decision-making. We strongly believe that this digital integration is key to overcoming infrastructure challenges in underserved areas,” the Neogia Energies CEO continued.
Expansion plans and regulation hurdles
Idris said the company has plans to expand its operations beyond Africa’s most populous country.
“To scale our solutions across Nigeria and beyond, we are forging strategic partnerships with telecom companies, NGOs, and government initiatives aligned with Nigeria’s Energy Transition Plan,” Idris explained.
He said the company uses a flexible pay-as-you-go model that adapts to diverse market needs, enabling affordable access for households and businesses alike.
“Our expansion strategy also includes pilot programs and community engagement to build trust and demonstrate impact in new regions,” he added.
Idris said that Neogia continues to navigate regulatory and policy barriers by maintaining close collaboration with Nigerian energy regulators and participating in policy dialogues to align its innovations with national goals.
“We stay informed on evolving regulations and adapt our business model to comply with standards, helping to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy solutions within the country’s complex policy environment,” he explained.
Idris believes that over the next five to ten years, Neogia Energies will be playing a pivotal role in Africa’s sustainability and energy access goals by scaling clean, connected energy solutions that empower communities and drive inclusive economic growth.
“We aim to contribute significantly to Nigeria’s target of universal energy access by 2030 and our long-term goal is to be a catalyst for sustainable development across the continent,” he concluded.
