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Corona solar project, South Africa

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13th March 2026

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Corona solar project.

Location
Free State, South Africa.

Project Owner/s
Cennergi Holdings, a wholly owned subsidiary of Exxaro, in collaboration with ENGIE, were selected as preferred bidders under the government-led Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme – Bid Window 7 in December 2025.

Project Description
The project entails the construction of the 240 MW Corona solar project. The facility will add 112 MW to Cennergi’s capacity, resulting in total assets under construction and operation of 607 MW net. 

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
Not stated.

Planned Start/End Date
The project is expected to start construction in the fourth quarter of 2026, with commercial operation expected in the fourth quarter of 2028.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Not disclosed.

Contact Details for Project Information
Cennergi, email info@cennergi.com.
 

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Magazine Managing Editor

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