Cape Town will once again play host to Africa’s most anticipated clean energy event as Solar & Storage Live Cape Town returns to the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) on 15–16 October 2025. Building on the momentum of its successful launch in 2024, this year’s edition is set to welcome thousands of energy professionals, government stakeholders, investors and technology providers committed to accelerating South Africa’s transition to a sustainable energy future.

The event will showcase the very latest innovations in solar power, energy storage and smart energy systems, providing a vital platform for industry-wide collaboration, learning and deal-making.

This year’s event is proudly supported by the Western Cape Government as Government Partner and the City of Cape Town as Host City Partner, reinforcing the region’s strong commitment to energy security, infrastructure development and clean technology investment. Together, their involvement underscores the strategic role the Western Cape continues to play in leading South Africa’s energy transition.

The exhibition will feature a diverse array of industry leaders including ATESS, Sungrow Southern Africa, Krannich Solar, GC Solar, ACDC Dynamics, among many others.

Attendees will also have access to a content-rich, two-day conference, bringing together leading voices from across the energy landscape to explore key challenges and opportunities. Covering everything from policy and finance to technology, skills development and infrastructure, the agenda is designed to provide attendees with valuable insights and actionable strategies.

New for 2025, the show will introduce the Made in South Africa Pavilion, a dedicated platform to celebrate the innovation, ambition and talent powering the country’s clean energy transition. Whether manufacturing technology, installing systems, or developing homegrown solutions, this initiative offers South African-founded companies the opportunity to showcase their work to regional and international buyers.

Further expanding the programme, 2025 will feature a new Powering Hospitality workshop, facilitated by FEDHASA. This special session will explore available funds and practical pathways for hotels, restaurants and other establishments in the hospitality sector to implement solar, battery and EV charging solutions to mitigate the effects of load-shedding and reduce operational costs.

The show will also welcome SAREBI as a Start-up Pavilion Partner, who will host a dedicated series of workshops tailored specifically for SMEs and start-ups. These sessions will provide practical advice on scaling energy businesses, accessing finance, and navigating the regional regulatory environment.

Returning in 2025 are many of the show’s most popular features. The Installers University will once again offer practical, hands-on workshops and technical training for solar installers, contractors and technicians. The Start-up Pavilion will spotlight emerging innovators and entrepreneurs developing new technologies and business models to accelerate the clean energy transition.

Solar & Storage Live Cape Town is part of a global series of renewable energy events hosted by Terrapinn, connecting markets across Europe, Asia and Africa. The Cape Town edition continues to play a crucial role in stimulating regional investment, upskilling the local workforce and supporting the adoption of reliable, scalable and affordable energy solutions.

Professionals across the public and private sectors are encouraged to attend and contribute to shaping a cleaner, more resilient energy future for South Africa.