Solarcentury Africa has announced its appointment as EPC Contractor, jointly with Alensy Energy Solutions, by independent power producer Globeleq for the 56 MWp Kafue Solar Project in Zambia's Lusaka Province. The project recently reached financial close, with construction starting immediately.

Project Development and Partnership Overview

In addition to its EPC role, Solarcentury Africa acted as Technical Development Partner to Globeleq and has partnered with Alensy Energy Solutions to deliver the EPC scope.

Globeleq developed the project and secured the award through the GET FiT Zambia Programme. Once operational, the plant will supply clean electricity to the Zambian grid under a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement with ZESCO.

Financing Backed by Development Institutions

The project was financed by FMO and British International Investment (BII), with support from the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD) for key grid infrastructure upgrades.

Expected Impact on Households and Emissions

The Kafue Solar Project is expected to generate clean, reliable electricity for approximately 38,000 households while avoiding around 48,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually.

During peak construction, the project is expected to create approximately 200 employment opportunities for local Zambians, alongside long-term operational roles once the facility enters commercial operation.

What the Industry Leaders Said

Jason de Carteret, Chief Executive Officer of Solarcentury Africa, said, "We are delighted to have supported Globeleq in bringing the Kafue Solar Project to financial close and are proud to be delivering this important project as a co-developer and EPC Contractor. We look forward to working closely with Globeleq and Alensy Energy Solutions Zambia to deliver the project safely, efficiently, and on schedule."

Norbert Dörgeloh, Chief Executive Officer of Alensy Energy Solutions, said, "Adding a client of Globeleq's standing to our portfolio is a significant step for Alensy, and we are fortunate to have a strong partner in Solarcentury Africa. Together, we are confident of meeting Globeleq's expectations as we deliver our third large utility-scale project in Zambia."

Jonathan Hoffman, CEO of Globeleq, said, "The Kafue Solar project highlights how partnerships between the private sector and public partners like ZESCO can help deliver Zambia's economic and energy ambitions. By strengthening the grid in a key industrial region, it will support growth, enable more reliable power for businesses and communities, and contribute to a more sustainable, lower-carbon energy system."

Timeline for Power Generation

Construction is expected to commence straight away, with electricity generation scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2027.

The project further strengthens Solarcentury Africa's track record of developing and delivering utility-scale renewable energy projects across Africa.

About the Companies Involved

Solarcentury Africa is a leading renewable energy developer with over a decade of experience delivering solar PV and energy storage projects across Africa. 

Headquartered in the UK, the company specializes in smart energy technologies that deliver clean, reliable power to businesses, utilities, and communities and is part of the BB Energy Group.

Alensy is a Southern Africa-based turnkey utility-scale EPC and O&M contractor with 15 years of experience. The company originated in Namibia in 2011, where its actively involved founders and head office are located.

Alensy focuses on delivering solar photovoltaic, battery energy storage, and hybrid power plants, including associated medium- and high-voltage grid integration works. To date, Alensy has installed 157 MW of utility-scale projects and has provided O&M services for utility-scale projects totaling 166 MWp.

Globeleq is a leading developer, owner, and operator of electricity generation in Africa. Since 2002, it has built a diverse portfolio of independent power plants currently generating 1,660 MW across 17 power plants in seven countries, with 665 MW under construction and more than 2,000 MW in development.

Globeleq is owned by British International Investment and Norfund, the UK and Norwegian development finance institutions.

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