JCM Power Secures 30 MW Manje Solar Project in Mozambique

JCM Power has been selected to develop the 30 MW Manje solar project in Mozambique’s Tete province, marking the independent power producer’s first project in the country. The project was awarded under Mozambique’s PROLER renewable energy auction programme, which aims to attract more private investment into the power sector.

The Manje project dates back to 2022, when Mozambique launched a prequalification process for private developers for Manje and Chimbunila. Both projects were planned with 30 MW capacity. Developers are expected to finance, design, build, operate and maintain the plants. JCM Power has not disclosed the investment required for Manje or provided a construction timeline.

JCM Power Expands From Malawi

The project gives JCM Power its first position in Mozambique, building on its experience in neighbouring Malawi. The company and its partners developed the 60 MW Salima solar plant, which began operations in 2021. It also operates the 20 MW Golomoti solar plant, which includes a 5 MW/10 MWh battery storage system and entered commercial operation in 2022.

PROLER is backed by the European Union through the French Development Agency. The programme aims to develop about 120 MW of renewable power through competitive tenders while increasing private-sector participation in Mozambique’s electricity industry.

The project forms part of Mozambique’s wider effort to expand electricity access. The country’s National Energy Compact says electrification increased from 31% in 2018 to 60.1% in 2024, with universal access targeted by 2030. Mozambique also plans to increase installed solar photovoltaic capacity from 98 MW in 2024 to 303 MW by 2032. Manje would add to that capacity while supporting the government’s push to use private investment to finance new electricity generation.