Mafikeng Local Municipality and Spectrum Utility Management Launch Rooftop Solar & Battery Energy Storage Project

The event was attended by distinguished guests and municipal leadership, including COGTA officials, Chief Whip Mrs Monametsi, Speaker Mrs Gago Mathe, Members of the Mayoral Committee (MMCs), Municipal Manager Adv. Dineo Mongwaketse, and senior municipal managers — all united in celebrating progress toward energy resilience and innovation.

A key highlight of the project’s success was the strong involvement of the Portfolio Committee of Infrastructure, led by MMC Legalatladi. This committee played a central role throughout the project development process, working closely with Electricity Manager Mr City Mokoena to guide planning, coordination, and implementation.

The Rooftop Solar and Battery Energy Storage System represents a strategic advancement toward decentralised energy generation, supporting greater energy stability, cost efficiency, and sustainability for municipal operations. Through projects like this, municipalities are better positioned to reduce reliance on the national grid, enhance service continuity, and move toward long-term energy independence.