Nyakallo solar project, South Africa
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Name of the Project
Nyakallo solar project.
Location
Limpopo, South Africa.
Project Owner/s
Renewable-energy company SolarAfrica entered into an agreement in May 2026 to acquire the project from integrated independent power producer Norsk Renewables.
Under the transaction, SolarAfrica will act as long-term owner and funding sponsor while Norsk Renewables will continue to support the project through development, financing preparation and commercialisation activities.
Project Description
The 315 MW utility-scale solar project is expected to deliver grid-connected renewable power to South African businesses.
Nyakallo will include a battery energy storage system component, consequently allowing for energy generated during the day to be stored and used outside of solar production hours. The project will prevent the emission of 2 940 t/y of CO2.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
Not disclosed.
Planned Start/End Date
Financial close in expected in the next 12 months, with the project expected to start evacuating power by the second half of 2028, offering commercial and industrial businesses earlier access to new renewable capacity at scale.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
SolarAfrica, tel +27 12 881 4800 or email info@solarafrica.com.
Norsk Renewables South Africa executive VP and MD Ramon Tavenor, tel +277 950 29605 or email ramon@norskrenewables.com.
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