SolarRain's solar thermal pasteurisation system converts any polluted water into clean, potable water — with no electricity, no chemicals and no grid connection.
Across sub-Saharan Africa, hundreds of millions of people rely on contaminated water sources every day. Existing solutions are too expensive, too dependent on infrastructure, or simply not reaching those who need them most.
418 million people in Africa still lack even a basic level of drinking water service, concentrated in rural and off-grid communities.
Conventional water treatment relies on electricity and chemical supply chains — both unavailable or unreliable in the communities that need water most.
Eastern Africa has experienced 8 failed rainy seasons since 2010. Drought, pollution and rapid urbanisation are accelerating water scarcity across the continent.
SolarRain's patented technology uses only solar thermal energy to heat water to pasteurisation temperatures, killing pathogens and toxins in real time. The result: safe, potable water from any source, anywhere the sun shines.
The first field-ready SolarRain unit has been installed on a Western Cape farm in South Africa. Independent laboratory tests have confirmed complete elimination of dangerous pathogens and coliform bacteria.
SolarRain's model combines direct product sales with regional licensing and long-term service contracts, creating recurring revenue while maximising reach across Africa.
Units sold directly to NGOs, governments, community organisations, farms and businesses across sub-Saharan Africa. First production planned for 2026.
Country-specific manufacturing and distribution partnerships accelerate reach without full capital deployment in every market.
After-sales maintenance agreements provide predictable recurring revenue while ensuring long-term performance for customers.
Our founders bring together world-class expertise in water technology, applied physics and international financial leadership.
Over 30 years in water projects across Africa. Winner of the World Bank Development Marketplace Award (2000) for the PlayPump water system.
Physicist with decades of experience in solar thermal engineering and applied physics, driving SolarRain's core technology innovation.
CA(SA) with extensive experience in listed and private multinationals across Africa, leading financial strategy and operations.
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