For many hospitals across Nigeria, power outages are more than just an inconvenience—they can be life-threatening. Recognizing this critical challenge, 7thCare Technology, under the leadership of Olalekan Ojuko, has made solar-powered energy solutions a core part of its service offerings. “You can’t digitize a hospital if they can’t even keep the lights on,” Ojuko says.
Through its innovative business model, 7thCare Technology equips hospitals with inverters and solar systems at no upfront cost. This solution not only stabilizes their operations but also reduces long-term energy costs. Over 80 per cent of the hospitals they work with have adopted these green energy solutions, giving them the reliability needed to maintain continuous service.
The solar initiative is bundled into a larger tech support package, which includes server installations and software customization. All of this is offered in exchange for a percentage of the hospital’s revenue, creating a win-win model where both sides benefit from the partnership. “It’s not charity,” Ola notes. “It’s shared value.”
This approach not only empowers hospitals to deliver uninterrupted care, but also supports environmental sustainability. In a country grappling with energy insecurity, the use of solar technology is more than a convenience—it’s a necessity. By removing the financial barrier to entry, 7thCare Technology is making this necessity accessible.
As the company scales this solar initiative, it is setting an example for other tech startups to follow. It demonstrates how thoughtful integration of renewable energy can be both commercially viable and socially impactful.
