Programme · Ray of Hope
Solar School Bags
Millions of children in Nigeria go home from school to houses without electricity. When the sun sets, homework stops. A Solardero solar school bag charges in the sun on the walk to and from school, then powers an LED light so children can read and study at night.
What is a solar school bag?
A solar school bag is a sturdy school backpack with a small solar panel built in. During the day it collects sunlight; at night it powers an LED reading light.
It is a safer choice than kerosene lamps or candles: no fumes, no fire risk and no fuel costs for families.
Why it matters
More study time. Safer homes. Clean energy learning.
More study time
Children can do homework and read after sunset, instead of stopping when the sun goes down.
Safer, cheaper homes
No kerosene smoke or fire risk, and no money spent on candles or fuel.
Clean energy learning
Children learn how solar works by using it every day, the first step towards a clean energy future.
Where we have delivered
More than 6,700 children now have a solar school bag.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Who receives the bags?
Children in rural, riverside and off-grid communities and in IDP camps across Nigeria, chosen with local schools and community leaders.
Can we sponsor a whole class?
Yes. Companies, schools and groups can sponsor a class or a whole school. Contact us to arrange it.
Can I buy a bag?
Yes, for your own child, school or organisation. Contact us for options and pricing. Every purchase supports our non-profit work.
Sponsor a solar school bag
A bag that charges by day and reads by night.
Sponsor one child, a whole class or a whole school. Every bag is delivered by our team, and we share photos and stories from the field. Get in touch and we will send you the sponsorship details.