A community-based project should be managed by the community, while an entrepreneur -controlled project should have the responsibilities clearly understood by all involved. Equipment selection must be precise and suitable for the function it is expected to perform. Extensive marketing studies should be undertaken to determine the viability and sustainability of the RE business ventures intended. Harnessing of resources available in hinterland communities for community development, is greatly improved by the provision of training, material inputs and reliable power. Training programmes must ensure that participants understand exactly what is being taught, so that they will be promoting the technology correctly on their return home. Electrical skills must be available at the project sites or in the vicinity, to avoid stoppages. Project installation with prolong delays tends to create slight dissatisfaction among end-users.