LONGi Unveils LONGi ONE Strategy during AEF 2026, Lands 300MW Solar-Storage Deal with SOLA
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, June 17, 2026 – LONGi launched its battery energy storage system (BESS) solutions at a side event during the Africa Energy Forum (AEF) 2026, marking the occasion with a 300MW solar and storage agreement with developer SOLA. The launch, attended by senior industry leaders inc
SAPVIA Celebrates Excellence at the 2026 Industry Awards
The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) celebrated excellence across the country’s solar photovoltaic (PV) industry at the 2026 SAPVIA Industry Awards, held in conjunction with the Association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Gala Dinner. The event brought together indus
Solis Brings Storage Retrofit Solutions and AI Energy Management into Focus at Intersolar Europe 2026
Munich, Germany – June 2026 – At Intersolar Europe 2026, Solis showcased its latest energy storage portfolio while highlighting one of the most important opportunities now shaping the European market: helping existing solar owners add storage, improve energy control and unlock greater long-term value
JUWI Surpasses 1 GW of Renewable Energy Under Construction as Global Solar PV Portfolio Exceeds 900 MW
Renewable energy developer JUWI has reached a milestone of 1 GW of renewable energy capacity under simultaneous construction across its global project portfolio, reflecting the company’s expanding presence in the solar and wind energy sectors. The company said it is currently installing around 1.3 milli
Tender Opportunity: Western Cape – Nature Conservation Board
Dear Members, Please see below tender opportunity for your attention: Construction of Photovoltaic Solar System at Vrolijkheid Nature Reserve Issuing Body: Nature Conservation Board Ideal Bidder: An established electrical contractor or solar installation company with a valid CIDB 4EB grading, proven exper
South Africa’s Solar PV Industry Surpasses 10 GW Milestone
The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) has released its Annual Report for the 2025/26 financial year, highlighting a transformative period for the country’s solar sector. South Africa crossed a major milestone by surpassing 10.12 GW of installed solar PV capacity, representing a po
LONGi unveils C&I BESS solution in Cape Town during AEF
Leading Chinese solar technology firm LONGi recently unveiled its new battery energy storage system (BESS) solutions at a side event during the Africa Energy Forum (AEF) 2026. The launch was underscored by a landmark 300 MW solar-plus-storage agreement with SOLA, a South African renewable energy developer
What’s next for South Africa’s gigawatt-scale yearly solar market?
The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) hosted its AGM this week and also released its annual report. As the recognised voice of South Africa’s PV industry, representing almost 500 members across the value chain, Creamer Media’s Terence Creamer used the opportunity to pose some qu