Cape Town, South Africa (Running Africa) — German renewable energy developer JUWI is expanding its presence in Africa through major solar energy projects in Senegal and South Africa, reinforcing the continent’s growing role in the global transition to clean energy.
The expansion forms part of JUWI’s broader strategy to add approximately 1 gigawatt (GW) of renewable energy capacity worldwide while supporting sustainable energy development across key African markets.
Senegal hybrid solar project nears completion
In Senegal, JUWI is nearing completion of the Grande Côte Operations (GCO) hybrid solar project in Diogo, developed for mining company Eramet.
The project combines a 20-megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic plant with an 11 MW/11 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system, providing a more reliable and sustainable electricity supply for one of the country’s largest mineral sands mining operations.
Once fully operational, the facility is expected to reduce carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions by approximately 25,000 metric tons each year, significantly lowering the mine’s environmental footprint while improving energy efficiency.
South Africa accelerates clean energy transition
In South Africa, JUWI is progressing three large-scale photovoltaic (PV) projects with a combined generation capacity of nearly 350 MW, supporting the country’s efforts to diversify its energy mix and strengthen electricity security.
The projects align with South Africa’s ongoing strategy to reduce its dependence on Eskom‘s ageing coal-fired power stations while expanding renewable energy generation to address persistent electricity shortages and improve long-term grid resilience.
Growing investment in Africa’s renewable energy sector
Since entering the South African market in 2011, JUWI has delivered more than 350 MW of renewable energy capacity across 15 utility-scale solar power plants, establishing itself as one of the continent’s leading independent renewable energy developers.
The company’s latest investments highlight the increasing role of private sector financing in accelerating Africa’s clean energy transition, improving energy access and supporting climate change mitigation goals.
As governments across the continent continue to invest in renewable energy infrastructure, projects such as those in Senegal and South Africa are expected to play an important role in reducing carbon emissions, enhancing energy security and driving sustainable economic development.
