Dossier
Milcah Wanjiru
Coverage of Milcah Wanjiru in the Nexus archive.
- The Download: a new hunt for dark matter and Kenya’s case for going solar
Physicists are adapting their search for dark matter by exploring new methods like quantum sensors and liquid-helium detectors due to neutrino interference. In Nairobi, entrepreneurs are promoting solar-powered grain mills to address Kenya's electricity access challenges and reduce operating costs.
- Entrepreneurs in Nairobi make the case for going solar
Entrepreneurs in Nairobi, Kenya, are adopting solar-powered milling machines to address energy access gaps and reduce operational costs. Agsol, a clean energy company, has developed solar mills that are more profitable and environmentally friendly than diesel alternatives, with units sold across Africa. Kenya aims to achieve universal electricity access by 2030 using off-grid solar solutions.