Kenya’s Solar Panda Expands Into Southern Africa with Acquisition of Zambia’s Vitalite

Kenya’s Solar Panda Expands into Southern Africa with Acquisition of Zambia’s Vitalite

Kenyan solar energy startup Solar Panda has entered the Southern African market through the acquisition of Vitalite Zambia Limited.The deal adds over 100,000 new customers to Solar Panda’s existing base, significantly boosting its presence in Africa, which previously included operations in Kenya and Senegal. “This acquisition represents a strategic leap forward for Solar Panda,” said Andy Keith, Solar Panda’s Founder and CEO. “Vitalite brings a …

Solar Panda Acquires VITALITE Zambia to Accelerate Off-Grid Energy Access Across Africa - Innovation Village | Technology, Product Reviews, Business

The off-grid energy sector in Africa is undergoing a quiet but powerful transformation. What once was a landscape dominated by niche startups and donor-backed pilot projects is now rapidly maturing into a competitive, investor-driven industry. A prime example of this evolution is Solar Panda’s recent acquisition of VITALITE Zambia Limited—a move that reveals how nimble, vertically integrated players are stepping into leadership roles once occupi…