Musana Cart

The Musana Carts are designed for and with each vendor to ensure their needs are met. The solar panel can power lights, a radio, a stove fan and electrical sockets which can be used to power items including refrigerators. Carts can also be fitted with eco-stoves for cooking and lockable storage space.

Local technicians provide support for the different components of the system.

3 to 5 years. The limiting component is the solar panel whose average lifecycle is 3 years but can stretch up to 5 with good handling. A 2-year warranty is provided over the cart payback period.^{Interview with manufacturer in 2020}

Musana Carts have found that vendors have more ability to stay open longer and make more money with the solar-powered light, however, no third-party testing has been completed.

Battery could be hazardous if not properly installed. Cook-stoves could be a hazard but care is taken to ensure that they are properly insulated.