In Zimbabwe, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is increasing access to quality health services through the installation of solar energy photovoltaic systems. Called Solar4Health, this initiative ensures constant and cost-effective access to electricity, while also mitigating the impact of climate change and advancing multiple Sustainable Development Goals. UN Volunteer Munyaradzi Kanjera shares the rural experience he brings to this partnership.
When I reflect on my life, I realize that my upbringing in a rural area largely shaped my decision to become a UN Volunteer. Growing up in Guruve, a rural community north of Harare, Zimbabwe, gave me an excellent grounding in local issues and a true understanding of the poverty and social exclusion that people in under-served communities suffer. Although rural life was difficult, it had several redeeming qualities.