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Actor Cate Blanchett makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Solar Aid.

Actor Cate Blanchett makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Solar Aid.

To Give:
- UK Freephone 0800 404 8144
-You can donate online at bbc.co.uk/appeal/radio4
- Freepost BBC Radio 4 Appeal. (That’s the whole address. Please do not write anything else on the front of the envelope). Mark the back of the envelope ‘Solar Aid’.
- Cheques should be made payable to ‘Solar Aid’.
Please note that Freephone and online donations for this charity close at 23.59 on the Saturday after the Appeal is first broadcast. However the Freepost option can be used at any time.

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Thu 11 Jan 202415:27
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SolarAid

SolarAid works to tackle poverty and climate change. Millions of people in sub-Saharan Africa lack access to light. When the sun sets, life comes to a halt. A solar light changes this instantly, creating brighter futures for people and the planet

Women at the forefront

Women at the forefront
As the primary users of household energy and trusted members of the community, women are best placed to bring renewable energy to the most remote areas. That is why we started the Mayi Walas programme to support women entrepreneurs.

Shining Mother Liness Friday

Shining Mother Liness Friday
Liness used to burn straw for light at night, but when she joined the Mayi Walas group, everything changed for her family and community. Through using and selling solar lights, she now has clean light in her home and a sustainable income.

Transforming communities

Transforming communities
The impact of the Shining Mothers creates a ripple effect throughout the community. To date, the groups have reached over 45,000 people with clean, safe solar light meaning parents can earn, children can learn and the planet can breathe a bit easier.

Broadcasts

  • Sun 7 Jan 202407:54
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  • Sun 7 Jan 202421:25
    BBC Radio 4
  • Thu 11 Jan 202415:27
    BBC Radio 4

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