The Sirimba Model: Using SDG7 to Fund the Future

As the world accelerates efforts toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), few models offer a clearer, more scalable path than Sirimba. Built on community-owned SDG7 infrastructure, Sirimba is proving how clean energy can be more than power—it can be the economic backbone for systemic, lasting change.

What Is the Sirimba Model?

Sirimba is an Africa-based education and infrastructure model that integrates a solar-powered energy hub with inclusive, high-quality schools, vocational training, and health services. At its core lies a 40MW solar plant with battery storage, fully owned by the local community. The revenue generated doesn’t leave — it stays and funds essential social services.

SDG7 as the Engine

Sirimba starts with SDG7: Affordable and Clean Energy — using it not just as infrastructure, but as a business model. The solar farm generates steady income that is transparently reinvested into the community to drive other SDGs.

“The Sirimba Model leverages community-owned SDG7 infrastructure to sustainably finance the achievement of other Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).”

— Aliela Muyembe, CEO, Karibu Kwetu

How Sirimba Powers Other SDGs:

How The Sirimba Model can sustainably power other SDGs

1. No Poverty

• Free education and healthcare reduce household financial burdens.

• Jobs in energy, agriculture, and education provide dignified local income.

2. Zero Hunger

• Solar-powered school farms grow food and support community nutrition.

• Irrigation systems ensure year-round food production.

3. Good Health and Well-being

• Revenue funds on-site clinics and sanitation.

• Solar ensures uninterrupted electricity for medical refrigeration and water systems.

4. Quality Education

• The model educates up to 2,000 learners, tuition-free.

• Emphasis on STEM, climate resilience, and vocational skills.

5. Gender Equality

• Girls are prioritized for school admission.

• Safe water and sanitation ensure girls stay in school.

6. Clean Water and Sanitation

• Solar-powered boreholes bring clean water to schools and villages.

8. Decent Work and Economic Growth

• Green jobs in construction, solar maintenance, and farming.

• Microenterprises flourish with reliable electricity.

9. Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

• Sirimba is a decentralized infrastructure hub combining education, health, energy, and IT.

10. Reduced Inequalities

• Delivers services to rural, underserved areas — bridging urban-rural gaps.

13. Climate Action

• Zero-emission infrastructure.

• Curriculum includes climate literacy and regenerative agriculture.

  
  

A Testament to SDG Synergy

The Sirimba Model has been described by the Executive Office at SEforALL as:

“A testament to how SDG7 can drive broader sustainable development goals.”

This validation reflects a growing global consensus: energy is the enabler.

Why It Matters Now

With the African continent projected to double its population by 2050, the need for inclusive, scalable infrastructure is urgent. Sirimba proves that clean energy isn’t just a climate solution—it’s a development strategy. By ensuring local ownership and reinvestment, it avoids the trap of aid dependency and builds lasting resilience.

Learn More

Visit www.solarkwetu.org to explore how Sirimba is scaling across Namibia and beyond.

Join us in making clean energy a lever for education, equality, and dignity — starting one village at a time.