A loan helped to light up his field.


Blaise's story

Blaise is a 38-year-old farmer who lives with his five children in Côte d'Ivoire.

Blaise is applying for a loan to purchase a solar kit consisting of 4 LED lamps, a rechargeable battery with solar panel and a television, so he can light his field and watch television with his children every night.

Having a solar kit with lights will also allow Blaise to work longer on his plantation when daylight fades.

Blaise is planning to expand his plantation.

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Translated from French by Kiva volunteer Guido Fregonara.


This loan is special because:

It gives rural households and businesses in Cote d'Ivoire access to solar powered products.



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