Generation Start-up: How SunBox is helping solve Gaza’s electricity crisis – The National

Generation Start-up: How SunBox is helping solve Gaza’s electricity crisis – The National

Majd Mashharawi's inspiration for her start-up SunBox, which powers thousands of homes in Gaza city with cost-effective solar panels, stemmed from her own experience with the electricity crisis that mars the lives of those in the 365-kilometre blockaded enclave.

Founded in 2018, SunBox began with a vision to provide underprivileged communities in the Middle East with access to solar energy.

"I grew up with the fact that I need to programme myself a couple of days in advance to know when the water will be on so that I can have a shower. I have to know if I can charge my laptop and phone before the electricity goes off," Ms Mashharawi says.