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Why did solar PV grow in Africa in 2024?

This is due to delayed project development in North Africa and the continent’s leading solar market (South Africa) returning to regular annual solar installation rate after a boom in 2023. Three trends shaped solar PV growth across Africa in 2024: The start of market diversification among the African markets.

Does Africa have a solar market?

This is according to a newly released report – written by the Global Solar Council in conjunction with RMI and GET.Invest – the Africa Market Solar Outlook for Solar PV 2025-2028. The report showcases 2024 market trends at regional and national levels and includes the top 10 African markets and solar deployment rates by market segment.

Can Africa enter the global solar PV market?

However, despite these favorable conditions, Africa remains largely marginalized in the global solar PV market, both in terms of manufacturing and deployment. Africa’s natural resource endowments present a unique opportunity for the continent to enter the global solar PV value chain.

Does Africa have solar power?

Africa holds vast solar potential, with 60% of the world's best solar resources, yet solar PV currently accounts for only 3% of the continent’s electricity generation. As global efforts intensify to triple renewable energy capacity by 2030, Africa’s role in achieving this target is more critical than ever.

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