Solar Light for Africa

10/20/2026

We have spots available for our Spring Mission 2027! It’s a great time to commit to come with us on this great adventure! We will be working at some amazing schools, visiting a game park, experiencing village life, and so much more! For more info message [email protected] or visit solarlightforafrica.org

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10/19/2026

In 1999 when we took our first solar mission to Uganda, we could have never imagined that 28 years later we would still be leading missions in that bring transformative light to East Africa!! This photo was taken in 1999 in Tanzania, and they gifted us with a large basket of fruit!!

10/01/2026

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A few years ago, we had one of the most amazing visits to King Solomon School in Northern Uganda!
We had traveled to this rural school to install solar power and bring the gift of light to students who were studying in the darkness. As part of our visit, we donated solar lanterns for the students to take home, giving them the opportunity to study at night without having to rely on dangerous or dim lighting.
But what happened next is something I will never forget.
All the Mamas from the village came out to greet us! They welcomed us with beautiful songs, dancing, huge smiles—and an incredibly generous gift: a chicken!
In Uganda, giving a chicken is a BIG deal. It was their way of saying, “Thank you.” Their gratitude and joy were overwhelming, and their celebration made us feel so incredibly welcomed.
But the best part of the story came about 18 months later when we returned.
The school shared that their students’ test scores had improved so dramatically that they were now competing with students from the larger town schools!
That’s the power of light. It’s not just about turning on a bulb—it’s about creating opportunity, giving children more time to learn, and helping them believe in what is possible.
This is why we do what we do.

09/23/2026

Sometimes it truly takes a village to get an installation completed! And on our missions, there really is a job for everyone!
Maybe you’re lifting a solar panel, securing a security light, helping with wiring, or carrying equipment. Or maybe your most important job is simply sitting with a group of students, listening to their stories, and chatting about their day.
Every person plays a part. Every job matters. And together, we bring transformative light to communities that need it most.
Come join us on a mission and see for yourself what our work is all about! You might be surprised by just how much you can be a part of.

09/15/2026

. We installed solar power at this mission staff house, and when I asked what difference they thought the new lights would make, one of their first answers surprised me…
“We won’t have to worry about the big snakes when we walk to the latrine at night!”
It’s easy to think of solar power as simply providing light, but it does so much more. We install security lights outside every building we light, and those lights bring safety, security, and peace of mind in ways we sometimes don’t even anticipate.
For them, it means being able to walk outside at night without wondering what might be waiting in the darkness. For us, it’s another reminder that bringing light can make a much bigger difference than we ever imagined!

07/29/2026

One of the highlights of our mission is when we get to work side by side with our Ugandan friends!!

02/23/2026

Come join us and lift a few panels this summer!! We still have spots available on our Summer Mission to Uganda!! We purchased the first few plane tickets yesterday and they are a phenomenal price!! Now is the time to commit and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!!

01/30/2026

I know I say this every year, but I am so excited about the plans that have come together for Summer Mission 2026! We will be returning to a school for deaf children, and a childrens home, and doing two new intercity schools. Along with our work, we have plans for our time at a game park, the oppertunity to float down the Nile River, and lots more adventures! For more info visit our mission page on our web-site!

In July of 2026 we will be returning to Uganda to continue our mission to Illuminate - Empower - Transform!  We will meet up with a Ugandan ...

12/02/2025

One of the projects we’ve been honored to support in Uganda is the Mausilita Children’s Village.
Sometimes, when we step onto a site during a scouting visit, we immediately feel, “This is a place we need to return to.” Mausilita is one of those places.

Mausilita Children’s Village provides safety and stability for children rescued from life on the streets. Some have no family; others were abducted or forced into begging. At MCV, they receive a loving home, consistent care, and the stability they desperately need. Social workers are actively involved, working to reunite children with their families whenever possible.

In previous years, we installed solar security lights around the compound to improve safety, along with solar power and lighting in two children’s dormitories and a staff building. These changes have already transformed daily life for the children and staff.

In 2026, we hope to return to continue this important work—this time by installing solar lighting for a newly refurbished dormitory and the dining hall.

Your donation this Giving Tuesday will help us reach our goal of funding two more solar systems—and will directly bring light, safety, and hope into these children’s lives.

Thank you for helping us make a lasting impact.
https://solarlightforafrica.org/donate-now

11/27/2025

Wishing you a very Happy Thanksgiving! We are so thankful for all those who walk along with us as we bring transformative light to rural Uganda! The children at Bridges Of Glory also say thanks!!