A loan helped to light his shop.


Kouakou Marcel's story

Kouakou Marcel is a 42-year-old shopkeeper who lives in Ivory Coast with his wife and 7 children.
Kouakou Marcel is requesting a loan to buy a solar kit consisting of 4 LED lamps, a rechargeable battery with a solar panel and a television in order to light his shop, and enjoy his television every evening with his wife and children .
Having a solar kit with lights will also allow Kouakou Marcel to stay working longer in his shop when daylight disappears and allow his children to study in complete safety.
Kouakou Marcel plans to expand his business.

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Translated from French by Kiva volunteer Madeleine Schwartz.


This loan is special because:

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



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