The 4th edition of Solar and Storage Zimbabwe 2025 concluded successfully at Hyatt Regency Harare – The Meikles, reaffirming Zimbabwe’s momentum toward a resilient and sustainable clean energy future. The event brought together the country’s solar and energy storage ecosystem to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and practical market engagement.
Aligned with Zimbabwe’s national renewable energy priorities, the conference served as a high-level platform for policymakers, utilities, developers, investors, EPCs, financiers, and technology providers to connect, share insights, and chart pathways to accelerate solar deployment, integrate energy storage, and strengthen grid resilience.
The program opened with remarks from Mr. Isaac Chiridza, Deputy Director, Ministry of Energy and Power Development, who also served as the Guest of Honour, followed by a keynote address by Mr. Isaiah Nyakusendwa, Chairman, Renewable Energy Association of Zimbabwe.
The conference featured techno-commercial presentations from leading industry players, including Aiko Energy, Powermec, JA Solar, and ASMASOL Consult, highlighting solar PV technologies, energy storage solutions, system optimisation, and approaches to grid integration relevant to Zimbabwe’s evolving energy landscape.
A central highlight was the series of strategic panel discussions examining Zimbabwe’s solar and storage transition. Panels explored topics such as:
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Utility-scale solar and storage projects to strengthen grid reliability and energy sustainability
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Distributed solar, energy storage, and mini-grid models for community and business empowerment
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Market growth through financing strategies, policy incentives, and investor engagement
Event Partnerships and Feedback
Organisers expressed gratitude to sponsors, partners, speakers, and attendees, with special acknowledgment to Aiko Energy & Powermec, SAJ Electric, JA Solar, Purleigh Investments, and ASMASOL Consult for their support.
Partner feedback highlighted a highly positive experience. Representatives from Purleigh Investments and SAJ Electric rated the event five out of five across key parameters including networking opportunities, venue, branding presence, onsite support, and the quality of discussions. They emphasised that the event provided a strong platform to showcase Zimbabwe’s transition toward green energy while enabling meaningful industry engagement.
Looking Ahead
Solar and Storage Zimbabwe 2025 has reinforced its role as a key dialogue platform for clean energy in Zimbabwe, anchored in collaboration, focused discussions, and market-driven engagement. As the country advances toward its renewable energy objectives, the event reflects Zimbabwe’s ongoing commitment to building a sustainable and resilient energy future.
