Key Highlights
- Botswana Government and KP Group sign MoU for large-scale renewable energy collaboration.
- Joint investments estimated at nearly ₹36,000 crore across multiple clean energy projects.
- Partnership supports Botswana’s long-term goal of reaching 5 GW renewable capacity.
- Scope includes solar, wind, energy storage and power transmission infrastructure.
- Transmission upgrades to strengthen regional power connectivity in Southern Africa.
- KP Group to fund 30 scholarships annually for Botswana citizens in clean energy fields.
The Government of the Republic of Botswana has entered into a strategic partnership with India-based KP Group to collaborate on large-scale renewable energy and power infrastructure development. The partnership, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), involves joint investments estimated at nearly ₹36,000 crore and is aimed at supporting Botswana’s long-term clean energy transition and energy security objectives.
The MoU has been signed between Botswana’s Ministry of Minerals and Energy and KP Group, which comprises KPI Green Energy Limited, KP Energy Limited and KP Green Engineering Limited. The agreement establishes a structured framework for cooperation in the planning, development and implementation of renewable power generation projects, energy storage systems and associated transmission infrastructure.
Under the collaboration, both parties will work on multiple utility-scale solar and wind energy projects supported by battery energy storage solutions. While the projects under the MoU do not independently account for the entire capacity, they are expected to play a significant role in helping Botswana progress towards its broader target of achieving nearly 5 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity over time.
A major focus of the partnership is the strengthening of power transmission infrastructure. This includes the development and upgrading of high-voltage transmission lines within Botswana, along with improvements in cross-border grid connectivity with neighbouring countries. These measures are expected to enhance grid reliability and enable regional power trade across Southern Africa.
In addition to infrastructure development, the collaboration places strong emphasis on skill development and knowledge transfer. KP Group has committed to supporting 30 scholarships annually for citizens of Botswana in areas such as renewable energy, engineering, sustainability and allied disciplines. The initiative is intended to build local technical expertise and support long-term workforce development aligned with the country’s clean energy ambitions.
As part of the MoU, KP Group will lead technical and commercial activities including feasibility studies, project design, financing, construction, commissioning and long-term operations and maintenance of renewable energy and storage assets. The Botswana government will provide policy support, regulatory coordination and strategic alignment with national energy and sustainability goals.
The partnership reflects Botswana’s broader strategy to diversify its energy mix, reduce reliance on fossil fuels and attract international investment into the clean energy sector. For KP Group, the agreement represents a key step in expanding its renewable energy footprint beyond India, with a focus on large-scale projects in emerging markets.
The MoU marks a significant milestone in Botswana’s clean energy journey, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable development while creating long-term economic, environmental and regional energy benefits.