A major leap for Africa solar advancement has been achieved with the launch of the continent's largest off grid solar battery system. Portugal’s MCA Group recently announced the official operation of the Cazombo Solar Park in Angola. This landmark off-grid solar battery system combines 25.40MWp of PV with a massive 75.26 MWh off-grid solar storage system, providing 24/7 green power for over 136,000 people and ending reliance on fossil fuels.
Project Overview: A Model for Off-Grid Energy Independence
Located in a remote Angolan region long plagued by electricity shortages, the Cazombo park represents a transformative off-grid pv battery system. Previously dependent on expensive diesel generators, the area now runs on a self-sufficient off-grid solar and storage solution. By day, solar panels supply power; by night, the off grid solar battery storage takes over. This off-grid energy storage system (ESS) is more than infrastructure—it's a reclaiming of energy sovereignty, saving 10 million liters of fuel annually and creating 300+ local jobs.
The Driving Force Behind the Project
MCA Group, with deep experience in Angola since 2006, delivered this turnkey off-grid solar system. The project is the first completed phase of Angola's government-led "Rural Electrification Project," financed by a consortium including Standard Chartered Bank with ECA support. It highlights how collaborative models can fund scalable battery energy storage system BESS deployments in remote areas. For the community, this BESS installation is a foundational step toward sustainable development and improved quality of life.
The Future of Decentralized Power in Africa
The Cazombo project is a powerful blueprint. It proves that large-scale off grid storage is technically and commercially viable, offering a reliable off grid electricity storage solution where traditional grid extension is impractical. As off grid solar power storage technology advances, such off grid solar storage systems are set to become the cornerstone of rural electrification across Africa, empowering millions with clean, independent, and resilient power.
Post time: Dec-24-2025