Shell-backed All On invests in Salpha Energy, a female-led clean energy firm, to boost local solar assembly and off-grid access
Strategic Investment to Power Local Solar Innovation
Nigerian clean energy startup Salpha Energy (site) has secured a $1.3 million investment from All On, an impact investor backed by Shell. The funding aims to scale Salpha’s local solar assembly operations and expand its product portfolio, reinforcing the company’s commitment to delivering affordable and reliable solar power to underserved communities across Africa.
Founded in 2017 by Sandra Chukwudozie, Salpha Energy operates one of Sub-Saharan Africa’s only female-led solar home system assembly plants. The company’s turnkey solar systems—ranging from 150Wp to 100kWp and integrated with battery storage and smart inverters—have already impacted over two million lives across Nigeria.
Salpha Energy – Empowering Communities Through Local Manufacturing
The investment from All On will enable Salpha to strengthen its local solar assembly facility, allowing for greater control over quality, design, and local job creation. By focusing on local manufacturing, Salpha aims to address the energy needs of over 600 million people across sub-Saharan Africa who are still off-grid.
“This capital raise is a huge step forward in our vision to power homes and businesses with products designed, assembled, and optimized right here on the continent. It’s not just about access to electricity – it’s about dignity, productivity, and opportunity for the over 600 million people across sub-Saharan Africa who are still off-grid,” said Sandra Chukwudozie, founder and CEO of Salpha Energy.
Aligning Investment with Impact
All On’s investment aligns with its mission to bridge the access-to-energy gap in Nigeria by backing indigenous companies that are innovating for impact. “All On is happy to provide local currency financing to help local industries solve the long-standing industry currency mismatch risk. Aside from answering this critical need, this investment aligns directly with our mission to bridge the access-to-energy gap in Nigeria by backing indigenous companies that are innovating for impact,” Caroline Eboumbou, CEO of All On, said.
A Model for Sustainable Development
Salpha Energy’s approach exemplifies how local manufacturing and clean energy solutions can drive sustainable development in Africa. By investing in local talent and resources, the company is creating jobs, building resilience, and accelerating progress toward universal energy access. This model offers valuable insights for investors and policymakers interested in supporting scalable, impact-driven initiatives across the continent.
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