Annette’s Story

THE POWER OF LIGHT

In the Batwa village of Kebilemu in southern Uganda, Annette lives with her children and blind father. Before receiving a solar light in 2019, she weaved three small baskets per week and farmed for a living. 

After receiving her solar light, she could weave three larger baskets per week, making more money. 

Within six months, she purchased two ducks at 15000 shillings each and one chicken that has given her five chicks already. Still a farmer, she plans to breed ducks and chickens to sell and use that money to buy a pig for her family. 

Annette understands the value of her light and uses the low setting while cooking and the brighter setting as a headlamp when weaving at night. She is excited by the opportunity for her son to have brighter light while studying. 

We can't wait to visit Annette and see how her animals and son have grown.