Renewable Energy Incentives in Africa

Africa has immense renewable energy potential and growing government support. South Africa's Section 12B offers 125% accelerated depreciation, Morocco's MASEN provides green financing, and Kenya has zero import duty on solar equipment.

Kenya

Zero Import Duty & VAT on Solar Equipment: 0% import duty and 0% VAT on solar panels, batteries, charge controllers, and inverters

5.7 sun hrs/day$0.17/kWh

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Morocco

VAT Exemption on Solar Equipment: 0% TVA (VAT) on solar panels, inverters, batteries, and mounting systems

6.1 sun hrs/day$0.11/kWh

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South Africa

Section 12B Accelerated Depreciation (125% First Year): 125% of the cost of qualifying solar generation assets can be deducted in the first year of assessment under Section 12B of the Income Tax Act, up from the previous 100%. Effective for assets brought into use on or after 1 March 2023.

5.9 sun hrs/day$0.12/kWh

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Incentive data last reviewed March 2026. Programs change — always verify with the national energy authority before making purchasing decisions.