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Leadership Online · 2024

Making Waves in the Renewable Energy Sector

DSolar's Managing Director Kabo Leshoai is featured in Leadership Online, discussing how the company is transforming South Africa's energy landscape through accessible solar solutions, BBBEE transformation, and its commitment to Goal 7 of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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DSolar in the Spotlight

48 Hours Television — Interview with Kabo Leshoai

In this feature interview, Kabo discusses the challenges of founding an African female-owned business in the renewable energy sector, the importance of BBBEE transformation, and walks through how a typical home solar installation looks and works. A candid and inspiring conversation about solar energy and entrepreneurship in South Africa.

The DSolar Story

2012
First IPP Solar Farms for Eskom

Kabo Leshoai set up the first 2 Independent Power Producer solar farms for Eskom. Both remain connected to the national grid over a decade later.

2015
DSolar Founded

Dingwedi Renewable Energy, trading as DSolar (Pty) Ltd, is established as a 100% Black Women-Owned renewable energy company.

Ongoing
SAPVIA Membership & PV Green Card Accreditation

DSolar becomes a full SAPVIA member and achieves PV Green Card accreditation, solidifying its position as a trusted industry leader.

Ongoing
BBBEE Level 1 Status Achieved

DSolar achieves and maintains Level 1 BBBEE status, with 70% black women staff and ongoing commitment to transformation across all business operations.

2025
CIDB ERWIC Project Delivery Excellence Award

Recognised by the Construction Industry Development Board for outstanding project delivery excellence — affirming DSolar's world-class execution.

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