De Green Rhino Energy, UK’s Green Power Partner to Develop US$160 Million 150 MW Solar Power Plant in Marondera

De Green Rhino Energy has partnered with UK-based Green Power to develop a 150 MW solar power plant in Marondera, marking a major renewable energy investment in Zimbabwe.

The project, which will be developed at Rufaro Farm in Marondera, will involve an investment of approximately US$160 million and is set to become the country’s largest solar power facility once completed. Construction is expected to commence in the first quarter of next year, with project completion targeted for 2027.

Green Power Chief Executive Officer Jordan Assassa said the solar plant is expected to supply electricity to more than 250,000 households, while also supporting public infrastructure such as schools and hospitals.

Assassa said the investment reflects growing confidence among foreign investors in Zimbabwe’s energy sector, adding that the project aims to demonstrate the country’s readiness to attract international capital into large-scale renewable energy developments.

De Green Rhino Energy General Manager Francis Gogwe said the project is expected to create around 500 jobs during the construction phase, contributing to local employment and economic activity in the Marondera region.

The solar power plant aligns with Zimbabwe’s broader efforts to expand its renewable energy capacity and improve electricity access through private sector participation and foreign investment.