Rana
AI-powered Clean Energy-as-a-Service platform deploying commercial solar leases across Africa.
What it does
Founded in 2023 by engineers Abraham Mohammed and Mubarak Popoola, Rana Energy operates an AI-driven digital utility called Virtual Solar Network (VSN). Rana replaces expensive diesel generators for businesses and healthcare institutions with zero-upfront solar leases.
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Known for
- AI-driven Virtual Solar Network
- $3M pre-seed raise led by EchoVC and Techstars
Model & industry
B2BClean Energy-as-a-ServiceClean EnergyEnergy & Utilities
Funding history
$120K
Total raised
1
Rounds
Accelerator
Latest stage
2023
Latest year
| Date | Stage | Amount | Lead investor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-12 | Accelerator | $120K | ARM Labs Techstars Accelerator Lagos |
Source: Condia Funding Tracker
Products & subsidiaries
Virtual Solar Network (VSN) · AI Energy Management
In the News
- 2025-10-13 · Rana Energy fuels Africa's clean energy revolution with $3M pre-seed for AI-powered digital utility · Techpoint Africa