50MW
Generation
capacity

141 GWh to be
added annually to grid

42 000 Average
households powered

100 000 Carbon
emissions avoided

ABOUT

Ilikwa Solar is a 50 MW solar PV facility in South Africa’s sunny Free State Province. The project pioneers the country’s Renewable Energy Supply Agreements (RESAs) – a flexible, short-term alternative to traditional power purchase agreements (PPAs)– enabling commercial and industrial clients to secure clean energy on scalable terms.

Construction commenced in October 2024, with operations set to start in early 2026. Once online, Ilikwa Solar will generate 141 GWh of clean electricity per year – enough to power over 42,000 homes and avoid 100,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually.

NEWS

Parys Wetland Park

Opening of the Parys Wetland Park on 28 February 2026: Events
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Ilikwa Solar Power shares update on Heritage discovery

February 2026. Ilikwa Solar Power would like to share with the local community of Parys and the surrounds, that during routine construction works, human remains were...
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Solar PV facilities’ launch first bursary programme for local youth

November 2025. Supporting the potential of the youth of Parys, a new community bursary programme has been launched this week, specifically targeting young people...
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Grant Funding Opportunity for Local Entrepreneurs and Organisations

October 2025. A community grant funding programme has launched to support small businesses and non-profit organisations in Parys, Tumahole, and Schonkenville. Funded by...
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More than just a win for Parys learners

September 2025. Barnard Molokoane Comprehensive School in Parys is celebrating the success of three Grade 11 learners who shone at the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists,...
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Celebrating Financial Closure

Ilikwa Solar announced financial close in October 2024, marking a critical milestone in moving the 50 MW solar PV facility from development into…

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A New Approach to Renewable Energy Supply in South Africa

Ilikwa Solar is helping reshape the way South African businesses access clean energy through a flexible new model called a Renewable Energy Supply Agreement...
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Local Support for Asset-Based Development

We are grateful for the active participation from the community members in our Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) process…

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