IBC SOLAR x SOLARWORLD Africa

A stronger future for solar in Sub-Saharan Africa

IBC SOLAR South Africa is proud to announce the merger with SOLARWORLD Africa, bringing together two trusted industry leaders with more than 60 years of combined solar expertise.

This strategic integration strengthens our presence across Sub-Saharan Africa, expands our product and service offering, and delivers even greater value to installers, EPCs, and commercial clients.

Together, we are building a more reliable, accessible, and future-ready solar ecosystem.

What this merger means for you

One powerful portfolio

The merger consolidates the strengths of both companies into a single, industry-leading product range:

  • Premium PV modules
  • Mounting systems
  • Inverters, storage, EV chargers
  • Off-grid, hybrid, and C and I solutions
  • High-end BOS components and accessories

All under one roof, with the same commitment to quality and long-term reliability.

A bigger, stronger support network

With combined teams, knowledge, and experience, installers and businesses benefit from:

  • Expanded technical support
  • Larger project and engineering capacity
  • Faster response times
  • More in-depth system knowledge
  • Greater on-site support capability

Two specialists, one world-class support structure.

Improved stock availability

The merger significantly expands:

  • Warehouse capacity
  • Stockholding volumes
  • Diversity of product options
  • Regional availability across Sub-Saharan Africa

This means more reliable supply and shorter waiting times, especially during peak demand cycles.

Seamless transition, same trusted people

Customers will continue working with the familiar teams they know, now supported by a larger organisation:

  • The SOLARWORLD Africa team has integrated into IBC SOLAR South Africa
  • All accounts, product warranties, and service agreements remain valid
  • The support you trust now has more capacity behind it

There is no disruption, only added value.

Why this merger strengthens the industry

This merger is more than an internal change. It accelerates solar growth across the region by combining:

  • German engineering and global quality
  • South African market understanding
  • Decades of experience in African project environments
  • Proven reliability in harsh and diverse conditions

Together, we are strengthening energy resilience for homes, farms, and businesses across the continent.

For Installers, EPCs, and Developers

You benefit from:

  • A larger portfolio of multi-brand solutions
  • Enhanced technical and design expertise
  • More competitive commercial structures
  • Additional training opportunities
  • Stronger after-sales support
  • Access to international quality and local service

Our mission is to enable you to install smarter, faster, and with confidence.

What’s next?

The merger enhances our ability to serve installers, EPCs, and businesses with world-class products and services backed by local expertise.

Welcome to a stronger, unified solar leader for Africa.
IBC SOLAR South Africa, powering reliability, quality, and long-term solar success