Lighting the way to Greater Impact

our Journey

Captured moments with
the People, Places and Progress

This is where our work comes to life.
From early steps to everyday impact, these moments reflect our ongoing journey with the people and communities we serve. Whether it’s installing solar kits, meeting with families, or simply sharing a smile — every photo tells a part of our story.

Expanding Solar Outreach in Mafavuki and Beyond

Sidonio has once again visited Mafavuki. He has also expanded the visit area to other villages. In addition to the previously mentioned Jiao, he also visited Muzemunhane, Ponta Henrique, Alto Chizi, and Changalane.
There is great interest in solar energy solutions, and some wish to purchase on installment.
Unfortunately, Sidonio’s car suffered a radiator failure. He had to leave the car, take the bus to Maputo to buy spare parts.
As you can see in the pictures, handwashing is important. In the absence of running water, other solutions are used. The end justifies the means.

Introducing Solar Power in Jiao

The coronavirus has also affected Mozambique. Before the visit to Jiao: handwashing and face masks.
Image 2: Sidonio informs women in the village of Jiao about the benefits of solar panels.
Image 3: Installation of a solar power system.
Image 4: It worked — there was light.
Image 5: It’s also possible to use a smaller lamp.

Bringing Solar Power to Jiao

Sidonio visited a new village — Jiao. The village consists of about 20 households. There is no drivable road to the area, no school, and no healthcare. The population survives through farming, work at a nearby banana plantation, or migrant labor in South Africa.
All households are interested in solar panels.
During the visit, Sidonio installed a solar power system.
Many thanks for the contributions made in connection with International Women’s Day.
Join us in supporting the solar initiative in Jiao.

Evening Studies and Expansion from Mafavuca

Studying takes place here every evening. These are photos from today, February 20th.
I can see on the board that the spelling was incorrect — it should be Mafavuca.
I can also share that SEK 1,000 has been donated by a generous donor.
Since the Mafavuca project has proven to be very successful, we are planning to expand to nearby villages. There are four villages that have shown interest in solar energy. Some are so remote that they can’t be reached by car. Sidonio will have to go there on foot to reach them.

Evening Literacy Classes in Mafavuca

More and more women and men want to learn to read and write.
Photo from tonight’s lesson. Fantastic!

Evening Classes Begin

Tonight, the evening course started for the women — plus the school principal and a few men.
Tomorrow, the classroom will be full.

Lighting Up the School in Mafavuki

This week, Sidonio visited Mafavuki. He installed a JB 1000 in the school — a Solar Home System with a solar panel on the roof, a battery, and 5 lamps.
Now the schoolchildren have light in the classroom, and the women in the village can study in the evenings.

The Power of Education in Mafavuki

The importance of education for human development became clear to me through a simple question. I was curious why they had chosen a woman as the village leader in Mafavuki. In Mozambique, it is usually the man who dominates and makes the decisions.
I asked Sidonio why they had chosen a woman as the village leader.
The answer: she can read and write — and she also speaks Portuguese.
Her example is proof of what education and new knowledge can make possible.
It will be exciting to follow the progress as the women in the village begin studying in the evenings, using light powered by solar energy.

Holiday Light for Mafavuki

Season’s greetings to all of you.
We hope you’ve enjoyed time together and good food during this celebration of light.
Now the days are turning, and we head once again toward brighter times.
On Christmas Eve, we received another monetary donation — a Christmas gift for Mafavuki. We humbly thank you.
Sidonio made another visit to Mafavuki to deliver lamps. From those who had previously purchased lamps, he heard the following:
“The families that started to use the Solar Lamp are very satisfied, the light is good. In Changana, or our language, they said: A LAMPADA YAVONA HITAMO, which means: The lamp is lighting very much!”
These lights, during this season of light, are thanks to all of you who have contributed to this project.
Great work!

Holiday Greetings from Mafavuki

On Thursday, Sidonio visited Mafavuki and delivered lamps.
They send Christmas greetings to their friends in Sweden.
We would also like to take this opportunity to wish you all a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
Thank you for your support.

A Solar System Delivered — and Gratitude from Mafavuki

Today, Sidonio visited Mafavuki and handed over the solar power system to the villagers.
The fundraiser will continue for a few more days — if you’re considering supporting the effort, you can contribute via Facebook.
The villagers send their message of KANIMAMBO — thank you — to everyone who has contributed to this solar installation.
Sidonio sent the following email:
Dear Guys,
I hope my email finds you well.
I had a good trip to Mafavuki. I drove with much care — the road has many holes and it’s a long journey.
I know you are very curious about my meeting, so I can tell you now — it was fantastic. They want to have classes at the school in the evening or at night to gain basic knowledge.
“It’s good to know how to write your own name,” said one of the women.
There is a village chief who will mobilize the entire community to attend school, and the lessons will begin in January next year.
The school principal said it would be better to install the JB1000 when the students return in January, and the whole community agreed.
Here are the pictures, Leif, and they were very grateful — on behalf of all the Swedes who are interested in supporting the village.

Five Families Receive Light

Today, Wednesday, we raised SEK 1,000 — which means that five families can each get a solar lamp.
This was made possible through the sale of our candles: Candle Give Light.

Solar energy replaces harmful effects such as lung and eye damage, fire risk, CO₂ and soot emissions — offering instead clean energy that can improve a child’s school performance and open the door to a better future.

A Bright Proposal — and a Sweet Thank You

Light in all homes — that is our mission at Green Watts.
Today, we delivered our proposal to the General Manager of the banana company to help bring solar power to the workers’ homes.
And look what I received in return — a box of bananas!

Workshop with Banana Farmers

We held a workshop with around 300 farmers working in banana production in Mozambique — a valuable opportunity to share ideas on solar energy and sustainable development.

A Solar Lamp for Mahelane

This young man is a fisherman on the Umbeluzi River and lives in Mahelane.
He purchased a solar lamp to light his home — congratulations, and we hope it serves you well!

Light Brings Safety — For Everyone

No matter our gender, we all deserve access to energy — whether from Mozambique’s power grid or renewable solar energy. What matters is that our homes are illuminated.
We are tired of being victims of violence in the dark.
At Green Watts Maputo, we are committed to doing our part — helping people gain access to safe, reliable light for their homes and their futures.

Welcomed with Smiles in Mahelane

At the Mahelane Administrative Post, we met with the local community.
The response was overwhelmingly positive — people were happy to see the arrival of the solar lamps, which will greatly improve daily life and bring light where it’s most needed.

Before the Meetings in Changalane

At the Changalane Administrative Post, just before we began our meetings with the local communities.
A meaningful step toward expanding solar access and building stronger connections in the region.

Expanding Solar Access in Namaacha District

Yesterday, Green Watts, together with the NGO KULIMA, visited the Namaacha district in the province of Maputo, Mozambique.
Namaacha borders South Africa and Eswatini, and is home to nearly 42,000 people across an area of 2,144 km². The district is divided into two administrative posts: Namaacha and Changalane, which include several rural communities.
This week, we visited Changalane and Michangulene, where we met with local residents and discussed how solar energy can improve daily life.
This Friday, we plan to continue our outreach in Mahelane.

Green Watts at Manhiça’s 62nd Anniversary

Yesterday we drove to Manhiça to take part in the celebration of the village’s 62nd anniversary.
People from many places came together for this special occasion, and several Mozambican companies were there to showcase their products.
Radio and Television of Mozambique also covered the event — and I had the honor of speaking on the radio about Green Watts.
It was a wonderful experience and a proud moment for us! 🌞

Memorandum of Understanding Signed Between Livaningo and Green Watts Maputo

Today, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Livaningo and Green Watts Maputo, Lda.
The purpose of this memorandum is to combine efforts in community development programs — particularly those that support the establishment of mobile phone charging stations and solar lamp sales points. The goal is to generate added value in areas where both organizations are active, and to share resources and knowledge that improve access to clean and renewable energy, along with other cooperative actions within the legal framework of both parties.
The memorandum outlines collaboration in the following areas:
– Technical support for the installation, monitoring, and supply of solar lamps.
– Shared exhibition space at each other’s events.
– Below-market pricing for solar equipment, reviewed every six months.
– Joint development and submission of proposals in the field of solar energy.
– Advocacy for reduced import taxes on clean energy systems, particularly solar.
This partnership strengthens our shared mission of expanding sustainable energy access in Mozambique.

Sharing Light with Families in Need — In Partnership with SOS Children’s Village

A couple of days ago, we at Green Watts partnered with SOS Children’s Village to distribute 9 JouleStick 200 Lumen solar lamps to families in need. The JouleSticks were generously donated by people in Sweden.
We focused on families living without any access to electricity in their homes. While the distribution is still ongoing, you can already see two happy families in the photos below who have received their lamps — and more pictures are on the way.
From all of us at Green Watts, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎄🌟

Green Watts at the Lucia Celebration with the Embassy of Sweden

On December 13th, we at Green Watts were invited to the Residence of Sweden to celebrate Lucia Day!
We had a stand showcasing our sustainable solar products and also had the honor of presenting awards for the #GlobalClimateChallenge competition, organized by the Embassy of Sweden.
It was a wonderful evening, and we’re grateful to have been part of it.
Wishing you all a joyful Third Sunday of Advent! 🌟

Green Watts at Business Breakfast with the Swedish Ambassador

Ambassador Marie Andersson de Frutos hosted a business breakfast with Swedish companies in Mozambique to discuss the current economic situation, share challenges and opportunities for business, and highlight the importance of strengthening synergies between the Embassy and Swedish companies.
The event was held at the Swedish Residence in Maputo and was attended by representatives from Business Sweden (Johannesburg), Embassy staff, and company delegates.
We’re proud to share that Green Watts was one of the companies participating in this important exchange — contributing to the dialogue on how to meet challenges and build a better future.
Congratulations to Marie Andersson de Frutos — a strong and intelligent woman leading with purpose.

Lighting the Way for Education

As I’ve said before — a new day has come!
Today we delivered two boxes of our fantastic solar lamps to an organization called Livaningo. These lamps will benefit communities in rural areas without electricity.
At Green Watts, our mission is to make sure that children can do their homework at night without difficulty. We all know how challenging it is during the day — many children are occupied with responsibilities or face difficult conditions.
With this lamp, they can finally study at night, and even teachers can prepare their lessons without interruption.
I promise to return soon with more updates — and soon, you’ll see me teaching the children how to use the lamps!

Anencia Lighting the Way

As soon as possible, we’ll bring you many updates — we’re still working hard to reach the next step!
Yesterday, Anencia sold one lamp, and she received promises to sell more next week.
Good luck, Anencia — do your best! Nothing comes for free!

Small but Powerful

It may seem small, but with that battery and solar panel, you can charge your phone and have reliable light through the night — just like a normal lamp.

Planning for Progress

Today we had a meeting about how to market the lamps and increase our sales.
Next week, we will visit several companies as a team to explain the advantages of using solar lamps in the home.

Spreading Light Across the City

The day started like this!

Thelma and Sidónio were in Matola City to market the lamps, while Admiro and Rodrigo went to Estrela Market in Maputo City.

In Matola, we met many people interested in buying our lamps. We collected their contacts, and by the end of the month — or possibly next week — we’ll visit them again.

We wish all of you a great day and all the best in the world!

Smiles and Solar in Manhiça

We left Manhiça with big smiles — many people were interested in having our lamps in their homes.

We spent the day marketing in the small town, and one way we found to sell our lamps, even in areas without electricity, is by working with local resellers.

Two men in Manhiça showed interest in becoming resellers. One of them doesn’t have electricity at home himself — and he’s planning to visit our company next week to discuss how we can work together to bring light to more people in Manhiça.

The Best Team at Green Watts, Lda

Meet the team: Letícia, Telma, Marisa, Admiro, and Anencia — the heart of Green Watts, Lda.

Visitors and a Bright Day at the Start-Up

Today we welcomed visitors at the Green Watts start-up — representatives from the Swedish Embassy and Mozambican authorities.
We’re also happy to share that we sold 11 lamps during the day!

Getting Ready for the Start-Up

Today we’re preparing everything for tomorrow’s Start-Up!

Pelle is inspecting the door to the safe room, and the painter is doing his best to get everything ready.

Distinguished Visit in Maputo

We were honored to welcome board member Per Schraml and his wife Bodil for a visit in Maputo.

Workplace Meeting at Green Watts

Today at Green Watts, our sellers collected requests and phone numbers from 42 people interested in buying the lamp.
They did an amazing job — we gave them a big hand!

Final Touches Before the Start-Up

Today we received our new furniture — Mr. Chairman is already testing the desk!
Our Green Watts trademark is now painted on the wall and can be seen clearly from the road outside the shop.

Sidonio is busy showing the lamp to some customers while we decorate the shop for Monday’s big Start-Up!

Starting the Week with Green Watts Team

Today we kicked off the new week with the employees of Green Watts.
We talked about the company’s mission and went through how to manage and handle the Solar Lamps — a good start to the week!

A Positive Day of Progress

Today, we’re staying positive!
The customs fees were lower than expected – great news. We went to the bank and paid the charges, and tomorrow we might finally receive the lamps – fingers crossed!

The safe room is progressing well and should be finished soon. On Friday, we’ll meet Helio Mancanga at the Swedish Embassy.

Meanwhile, Ingemar spent the afternoon with our accountant, Geronimo, discussing taxes, employment tasks, and everything else needed to start a business in Mozambique.

A very good day – and hopefully, an even better one tomorrow!