UNICEF Sierra Leone
To improve vaccine storage and healthcare delivery in remote Sierra Leone, we installed 246 kWp of solar energy across four district vaccine stores and fifteen health facilities.
Sierra Leone
In Sierra Leone, sixteen district vaccine stores are responsible for storing routine and COVID-19 vaccines. However, a 2017 national cold chain assessment revealed that these facilities relied on ageing generators, resulting in high and unsustainable operational and maintenance costs. Additionally, many of the country’s 1,500 health facilities—especially those in remote and hard-to-reach areas—lack access to electricity. This absence of reliable power hinders the delivery of primary healthcare services, particularly in vaccine storage and administration, which are critical for public health.
Sierra Leone
On-Grid System
246 kWp
To address these challenges, we successfully implemented the solarization of four district vaccine stores and fifteen remote health facilities across Sierra Leone, with a total installed capacity of 246 kWp. The selected district vaccine stores are located in Koinadugu, Kambia, Bonthe, and Kailahun Districts. By replacing unreliable generators with sustainable solar energy systems, these facilities now have access to a dependable and cost-effective power supply. This project not only supports the accelerated deployment of COVID-19 vaccines but also strengthens the healthcare infrastructure in remote communities, ensuring uninterrupted cold chain management and improved delivery of essential healthcare services.
Renewable energy is a symbol of a bright new future for Africa and for our planet. We aim to provide access to sustainable, high-quality energy systems and infrastructure across Sub-Saharan Africa.
