One thing the guys mentioned was how many of these people have never had electric service. One dude in the village might have a car battery and charge money to charge their phones for them. So imagine the risk when starting a power company when your potential customers have very few uses for the power. Very risky but high possible return as well.

Imagine not have a refrigerator, lights, and other appliances. It is hard for us to imagine these things in the west. We take so much for granted.