News desk
Solar news for South Africa
Policy, manufacturing and market stories — answer-first, sourced, written so buyers are not caught off guard.
EV charging
SONAH Group becomes authorised SA distributor for SAEV Charge
Battery-backed 120 kW+ charging from as little as 10 kW of grid supply, powered by Solar MD — what is claimed and what fleets should check.
2026-10-26
EV chargingSAEV Charge opens R3.49/kWh DC charging at Solar MD factory
About half GridCars’ typical DC rate, powered by a 2.25 MWh battery and 1 MW of rooftop solar. 400 stations planned.
2026-10-26
BatteriesSolar MD’s SA warranty: 12 years or 84 MWh, explained
What the October 2025 statement covers, how to claim, and how Freedom Won, BlueNova, BYD and Pylontech compare.
2026-10-26
PolicyWill a 15% import duty raise solar battery prices?
ITAC’s recommended 15% duty on fully assembled Li-ion packs — status, price maths, and what local assembly means.
2026-10-26
IndustryHow solid is ACTOM’s BESS division in South Africa?
Sourced brief on ACTOM Static Energy, Pretoria West integration and published investment figures.