Sun King has introduced 30kW PowerHub solar inverters to its Kenyan product line, targeting commercial, institutional and larger residential customers. This expansion builds on the company's existing offerings, which previously topped out at 2.2kW. The new units are designed to power typical appliances such as water pumps, washing machines, microwaves and air-conditioners. Multiple PowerHub units can be linked in parallel to increase total output. The move aims to provide reliable power solutions for larger households, shops, schools, hospitals and light-industrial sites.
The new PowerHub inverters will be sold through Sun King's nationwide agent network. Customers can purchase the units with a down-payment of KSh22,600 and monthly installments starting at KSh15,500, approximately $120. This financing model is part of Sun King's pay-as-you-go scheme, which allows customers to pay for their solar products over time. The company claims that one in five Kenyans now use its solar products, and it installs more than 330,000 units monthly across Africa.
Sun King's expansion into larger solar inverters aligns with a broader shift among Kenyan businesses toward solar-plus-storage solutions. Many businesses are seeking to reduce their reliance on the unreliable grid supply and costly diesel generators. The company's product head, Atta Arome, stated that the larger PowerHub models, combined with the firm's pay-as-you-go financing, enable Sun King to serve customers of "virtually any size."
The introduction of the 30kW PowerHub inverters is part of Sun King's $1.3 billion Africa expansion plan. The company also plans to invest $150 million in Ethiopia by 2030. Sun King's vice-president of marketing, Catherine Mudachi, emphasized that the expanded range will help meet growing demand for reliable power in homes and businesses.
Sun King's pay-as-you-go financing model is a key component of its success in Kenya. The company's vice-president for pay-as-you-go, Victor Agandi, highlighted the firm's end-to-end support model, which provides customers with comprehensive assistance. This approach has contributed to Sun King's growth in Kenya, where it has been operating since 2007.
The full PowerHub line is now available nationwide, offering customers a range of solar inverter options. The new 30kW units are expected to be popular among larger households and businesses seeking reliable power solutions. Sun King's expansion into this market segment is likely to increase its market share in Kenya.
Sun King's investment in Kenya's solar market reflects the country's growing demand for renewable energy solutions. The company's commitment to providing reliable power solutions for homes and businesses is expected to contribute to Kenya's economic growth and development. Key officials from Sun King expressed confidence in the company's ability to meet the growing demand for solar products in Kenya and across Africa.
Key points
- Sun King introduces 30kW PowerHub solar inverters for Kenyan businesses and larger homes.
- The new units are part of Sun King's $1.3 billion Africa expansion plan.
- Sun King offers pay-as-you-go financing for its solar products, making them more accessible to customers.
