African solar energy enters an unprecedented growth phase

LazyDevMiner · 2026-02-15T02:14:53+00:00

The Global Solar Council reports that Africa's renewable energy sector will experience significant growth in 2025, with approximately 4.5 gigawatts of solar power added, a 54% increase from the previous year. South Africa leads in capacity, followed by Nigeria and Egypt. The forecast for 2029 suggests solar capacity could reach 33 gigawatts, highlighting Africa's vast potential for renewable energy development.

LazyDevMiner

2026-02-15 02:14:53

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According to a report released last week by the Global Solar Council (GSC), the renewable energy industry in Africa will experience a significant leap in 2025. Data from Jin10 indicates that the main growth driver comes from the massive expansion of utility-scale projects across the continent.

Under the plan, Africa is expected to add approximately 4.5 gigawatts of solar capacity by 2025, representing a 54% increase compared to the previous year. This figure far exceeds the record set in 2023, marking a substantial increase in the continent’s renewable energy transition.

Africa’s solar energy sector is currently led by South Africa with an installed capacity of 1.6 gigawatts, ranking first in the region. Nigeria follows with 803 megawatts, while Egypt adds another 500 megawatts to the grid. This distribution reflects significant disparities in clean energy development capabilities among countries on the continent.

Looking further ahead, the GSC forecasts that as the distribution market expands and utility-scale projects continue to be implemented in various countries, Africa’s annual solar capacity could reach 33 gigawatts by 2029. This outlook demonstrates the enormous potential for renewable energy development in Africa in the coming years.

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