China's Photovoltaic Module Exports to Africa Continue to Grow Year-On-Year in 2025

China's Photovoltaic Module Exports to Africa Continue to Grow Year-On-Year in 2025

Source: China PV Industry Association & African Solar Industry Association | 2025

In 2025, against the backdrop of a deep adjustment in the global photovoltaic market, China's PV industry achieved breakthrough growth in the African market. China's export volume of PV modules to Africa surged over 50% year-on-year to exceed 18 GW — making Africa the fastest-growing regional market for China's photovoltaic exports and a bright spot in global PV trade.

1. Counter-Trend Growth: Africa as the New Export Pillar

While China's PV exports to traditional markets like Europe (-12.3%), the Middle East (-14.9%), and Latin America (-16.8%) declined in 2025, the African market expanded strongly. H1 2025 exports to Africa alone grew 47.5% year-on-year.

2. Explosive Demand: Africa's Energy Transition Urgency

Nearly 600 million Africans still lack stable electricity access. Per capita consumption is just 1/7 of the global average. Yet ambitious renewable targets are driving rapid deployment:

• Egypt: 42% renewable energy by 2035
• South Africa: 20 GW renewable capacity by 2030
• Kenya: 100% renewable electricity supply by 2030

Chinese PV modules are the preferred choice for African countries — offering unmatched cost-effectiveness, reliability, and supply chain depth.

3. Business Model Innovation: From Product to System Export

Chinese PV companies are no longer limited to product exports. They are pioneering diversified cooperation: localized production, technology collaboration, and full industry-chain services.

In Nigeria, microgrid systems from Chinese companies have enabled local sesame processing factories to achieve 22 hours of uninterrupted production. In Guinea, Chinese-built PV microgrid projects deliver stable green electricity to railway stations and surrounding communities. In Zambia, PWSOLAR collaborates with local enterprises to advance green mine transformation through integrated microgrid and new energy solutions.

"PWSOLAR has established deep business relationships across West Africa, North Africa, and South Africa. We have been exporting to the African market for 14 consecutive years. PWSOLAR's small-watt, compact solar panels are widely deployed in agriculture, water pump, and rooftop projects across the continent — and are highly trusted by African users. POWER WORLD, POWER LIFE."

— PWSOLAR Official Statement

4. Outlook: Africa PV Market Set for 20%+ Annual Growth Through 2030

The African Solar Industry Association projects Africa's installed PV capacity will exceed 100 GW by 2030, representing 20%+ annual growth over the next five years. China-Africa PV cooperation will deepen beyond product exports into technology R&D, standard-setting, and talent development — a partnership that benefits both sides and the global energy transition.

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