LONGi launched its battery energy storage system (BESS) solutions at a side event during the Africa Energy Forum (AEF) 2026, marking the occasion with a 300MW solar and storage agreement with developer SOLA.

The launch, attended by senior industry leaders including LONGi’s Vice President, Mr. Louis Liu, and keynote speaker Dr. Rethabile Melamu as guest of honour; highlighted LONGi’s expanding role in delivering integrated, end-to-end photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage solutions to support Africa’s energy transition

The agreement with SOLA represents a milestone for LONGi in the region, combining large-scale solar generation with storage to improve grid stability and energy reliability.