Connecting the unconnected – Affordably and Sustainably

Our focus - Meaningful Connectivity For All

We catalyse sustainable, community-led solutions that bring power, internet, and digital tools to get people meaningfully online.

We make connectivity possible where others can’t.

We break cost barriers that keep billions offline by reducing the cost of solutions that enables access to the internet through global procurement and CSR deals and passing these cost savings on.

This enables local ISPs, NGOs, and partners to bring sustainable internet to the world’s most underserved communities.

From rural or low income communities to refugee camps - our services are designed for impact.

All of this results in civic locations such as schools and medical centres gets access to free sustainable internet enabled through local business models for long term impact.

How Do We Make It Happen?

In 4 Steps…

  1. Global Bulk Procurement & Subsidies For Impact

We partner with trusted suppliers, funders and manufacturers worldwide to procure essential technology for impact , from connectivity solutions and WiFi hardware to solar power systems, laptops, and educational content — all at scale.

Our large-scale procurement model drastically reduces per-unit costs. These solutions are to be used solely for use in high-impact projects and deployed in regions where retail pricing would make access impossible. This creates an ecosystem where everyone benefits — from local communities and schools to service providers and suppliers.

We then vet and carefully select local partners who can access our specially negotiated pricing — enabling them to expand their footprint into unconnected regions and bring connectivity to schools, medical centers, and other critical institutions.

  • For ISPs, this can include subsidised connectivity packages, routers, access points, and solar power systems — helping them expand into low-income communities. Our partners save up to 90% compared to local retail channels.

  • For schools, we offer affordable bundles with laptops, e-learning content, local cloud servers, and teacher training — enabling up to 80% savings when connecting classrooms.

  • For entrepreneurs, we provide connectivity kits bundled with mobile devices, business tools, and access to micro-financing — unlocking new pathways to income and inclusion.

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2. Tailored Solutions For Selected Partners

3. Empowering Local Business Models

We support our partners in building profitable, sustainable businesses using our low-cost solutions — enabling strong returns on investment while expanding long-term connectivity in underserved regions.

In return, our partners commit to connecting local schools and medical centers, and to making their infrastructure available for free during emergencies. Together, we’re building a nationwide network of resilient, community-powered emergency zones — a model where everyone benefits.

Our model is designed not just for access, but for transformation.

  • We track the impact of every deployment, from improved learning outcomes to job creation.

  • Our community-first approach ensures that the solutions we deliver are owned and maintained locally.

  • By connecting people to information, education, and economic opportunity, we lay the foundation for long-term digital inclusion.

4. Lasting, Measurable Impact

Our model in action

We have enabled over 12 million people with internet access!

Ready to shape tomorrow? Learn more about our plans for sustainable digital inclusion.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • unconnected.org is a UK based charity operating globally focused on connecting underserved communities to the internet by empowering local entrepreneurs to build sustainable telecom infrastructure to keep communities connected to the internet.

  • We work in different ways, both to support specific projects focused on refugees and women but we are also partnering with local ISPs and entrepreneurs to set up community-based internet services. These entrepreneurs receive the necessary hardware and connectivity equipment, enabling them to offer affordable internet access to their communities while providing free internet to local schools.

  • Our initiatives benefit women, students, refugees and underserved communities in regions with limited or no internet access. Local entrepreneurs also benefit by establishing sustainable internet businesses.

  • unconnected.org currently focuses on regions in Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia and Europe, with a specific focus this year on Kenya, Nigeria, Malawi, Colombia, Mexico, and the Philippines.

  • You can get involved by donating, partnering with us, or spreading the word about our mission. We also welcome collaborations with organizations that share our goal of connecting underserved communities.

  • Yes you can! Speak to us and we can work to make sure your donation is used towards a country of choice for your staff and your customers!

  • Yes, unconnected.org is a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the digital divide by connecting underserved communities to the internet.

  • We provide various reporting formats for our partners, showcasing the positive impact of connectivity on the community, schools, students, women, and refugees we work with. Our reporting templates are aligned with ESG and SDG reporting, and we can also accommodate other reporting models. You’ll receive written reports along with impact stories, photos, and videos from the ground.

  • If you are an internet service provider or entrepreneur legally allowed to resell connectivity in your country and have an underserved region you wish to connect, but your current providers don’t have suitable solutions, feel free to reach out to us. We can discuss how we might support you with equipment and backhaul to help you start your connectivity business.

  • Ideally, we use donated devices within the same country to minimize shipping issues. Rest assured, every country we operate in, whether in Europe, the US, or underserved regions, always has a need for connectivity. Please reach out if you have hardware you’d like to donate.

  • No, unconnected.org does not compete with existing operators. We focus on areas with no existing connectivity, helping to connect new communities to the digital economy. We collaborate closely with operators and fiber providers, stimulating digital uptake in these communities. Our goal is to pave the way for larger operators to eventually offer more services in these regions.

  • You can reach out to us using the contact form on our website. We’ll be happy to assist you with any inquiries.