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How much energy storage capacity does South Africa have?

South Africa had 1,604.6kW of capacity in 2022 and this is expected to rise to 3,519.9kW by 2030. Listed below are the five largest energy storage projects by capacity in South Africa, according to GlobalData’s power database. GlobalData uses proprietary data and analytics to provide a complete picture of the global energy storage segment.

Who owns the Red Sands battery energy storage system?

Updated 1st July 2025 – The Red Sands Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), set to be Africa’s largest of its kind, has officially reached commercial close. Developed by Globeleq, which is 30% owned by Norfund, in partnership with African Rainbow Energy, the 153 MW/612 MWh project was signed off in June 2025 in Cape Town.

What is Ilanga – thermal energy storage system?

The Ilanga I – Thermal Energy Storage System is a 100,000kW molten salt thermal storage energy storage project located in ZF Mgcawu, Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa. The thermal energy storage battery storage project uses molten salt thermal storage storage technology. The project will be commissioned in 2020.

What is KaXu Solar One – thermal energy storage system?

The Kaxu Solar One – Thermal Energy Storage System is a 100,000kW molten salt thermal storage energy storage project located in Pofadder, Northern Cape, South Africa. The thermal energy storage battery storage project uses molten salt thermal storage storage technology. The project will be commissioned in 2015.

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