About
Founded in 2014, Jiro-Ve is a private headquartered in Madagascar specializing in Solar.
Jiro-Ve is a pioneer in rural electrification in Madagascar, founded in 2014 by Rik Stamhuis, Tahiry Henintsoa, and Adriaan Mol. The company delivers energy-as-a-service through a unique franchise network, providing recharged solar products delivered daily to community members at half the cost of candles. Jiro-Ve has developed the PowerPack line—portable solar battery packs powering lights for 5+ hours or charging phones. The company electrifies schools in partnership with NGOs (Solar United consortium members: Money for Madagascar, Feedback Madagascar, SEED, SolarAid), enabling students to study with proper lighting and view educational videos. Jiro-Ve employs a decentralized model of local entrepreneurs equipped with solar systems, earning stable income while expanding clean energy access. The company received impact investment from I&P/Miarakap to expand franchisees to 250 over five years and partnerships with Catholic Relief Services for broader renewable energy accessibility.
Headquarters
Madagascar
Founded
2014
Company Type
Private
Business Models
Value Chain
Industry Memberships
Sankalp