Orange Energies extends platform to energy producers

Orange Energies opened its digital platform, Orange Smart Energies, to all energy producers, helping them secure their revenues and further support energy inclusion

This initiative aims to boost energy inclusion by providing easy, prepaid access to energy through solar kits and smart meters. The IoT platform tackles profitability challenges faced by African energy producers by reducing the risk of non-payment.

Originally developed by Orange and enhanced in 2021, Orange Smart Energies is now accessible to all energy producers in Africa and the Middle East. It guarantees customer payments via mobile money. The business model, based on a partnership between Orange and energy producers, allows Orange Energies to offer a digital service and distribution network that improves energy access in rural areas, reaching even the most remote locations. This universal platform uniquely supports both pay-as-you-go solar equipment and prepaid smart meters.

Since its launch in 2017, Orange Energies has aimed to make energy more accessible, becoming a preferred partner for energy producers in regions where half the population lacks electricity. It helps electricity companies enhance account receivable collections. Operating in 12 countries (DRC, Madagascar, Cameroon, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Central African Republic, Burkina Faso, Mali, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Guinea, and Jordan), Orange Energies serves over 300,000 households daily and continues to grow its customer base and regional presence across the continent.

Jérôme Hénique, CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa, commented, “Using digital technology to improve the energy inclusion of African people has been our ambition since day one. By opening up our Orange Smart Energies platform to all energy producers, we are taking a major step forward in our commitment to universal access to energy in Africa and the Middle East."

Nat-Sy Missamou, senior vice-president of Orange Energies for Africa and the Middle East added, "We are working with energy producers to help them sustain their business in African markets. Leveraging existing digital and financial inclusion solutions, our pay-as-you-go service is delivered through a distribution model tailored to African markets."