Africa Finance Corporation and SkyPower Global sign JV for development of 200MW solar PV project in DRC

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  • Africa Finance Corporation and SkyPower Global have entered a Joint Development Agreement for the first phase of SkyPowerโ€™s 1000MW Green Giant project in the DRC.
  • The first 200MW Phase 1 is a crucial step in realising the landmark 1,000MW Solar Power Purchase Agreement signed between SkyPower and the DRCโ€™s state-owned utility, Sociรฉtรฉ Nationale dโ€™Electricitรฉ.

The Joint Development Agreement is set to catalyse the construction of the first 200MW phase of the project, with all necessary approvals secured and land allocation completed, ensuring a swift transition to development stage and the commencement of construction by 2025. Testament to the collaborative efforts between SkyPower, AFC, and the DRC, the agreement represents a beacon for sustainable economic development and a cleaner, more resilient future for the region, as well as a template for further joint initiatives.

Author: Bryan Groenendaal

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