South Africa installed 5.2 GW of rooftop solar in 2024-25 as Eskom loadshedding pushed C&I to self-generate. 96% of modules and 88% of batteries came from China.
SARS duty
0%
modules
VAT
15%
creditable
CIF Durban
$0.121/W
620W TOPCon
Deye + Pylontech is the default stack
80% of SA residential installs in 2025 used Deye SUN 5-8K + Pylontech US5000. Local distributors (Sustainable.co.za, Segen SA) hold stock in Cape Town and JHB.
Frequently asked questions
QIs Chinese BESS approved by NRS?
Deye, Sungrow, Huawei and BYD are NRS 097-2-1 compliant. Verify SANS 62109 certification per shipment.
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