Role in the Off-Grid Industry: Operator/Distributor (B2C) Product manufacturer (B2B)
Co-Founder and CEO:
Yariv Cohen
Start up year: 2014
Countries of Operation:
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cameroon
Kenya
Nigeria
Rwanda
Senegal
Sierra Leone
South Africa
United Arab Emirates
Organisation Type: Industry Member
Ignite is a leading distributed infrastructure company providing affordable energy and essential services across Sub-Saharan Africa, leveraging technology, data, and scalable financing to unlock new markets, accelerate growth, and deliver long-term value in underserved regions.
Our mission
Ignite’s mission is to deliver affordable, technology-driven infrastructure that transforms underserved communities into thriving markets. Our vision is a connected, empowered Africa where every household has access to the services needed to grow and prosper. By 2030, we aim to connect 100 million people, and beyond.
This makes us unique
What makes Ignite unique is our unwavering focus on the people behind the numbers. From day one, we’ve built our company by listening to individuals, understanding their needs on the ground, and responding with solutions that truly make a difference. This human-first approach has powered our growth, creating jobs, delivering essential services, and helping entire communities thrive.
Product / Service
We offer:
Solar Home Systems
Solar Water Pumps - Irrigation Systems
Solar Generators - Inverters
Commercial & Industrial Power
