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RE+ South Africa is the South African edition of the global RE+ event series, dedicated to solar, storage, and renewable energy. As the first African edition, it is a key exhibition and conference for the corporate and industrial (C&I) renewable energy market. The event is held annually in Johannesburg and is hosted by RE+ South Africa.

Event Snapshot (2026)

• Dates: 2–4 June 2026
• Venue: Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa
• Exhibition Area: Approx. 10,000 m²
• Exhibitors: 200+ (based on recent editions)
• Visitors: 8,600+ (based on recent editions)

Purpose & Audience

The event is designed for industry professionals only and is not a public consumer show. It connects solution providers with business and industrial energy buyers, developers, and investors.

Typical attendees include:

• Energy Buyers: From mining, manufacturing, commercial real estate, and telecommunications sectors.
• Industry Professionals: Engineers, installers, EPCs, distributors, and project developers.
• Other Stakeholders: Investors, utilities, government representatives, and industry associations.

Key Exhibition Areas

RE+ South Africa covers the entire C&I clean energy value chain:

• Solar PV: Modules, inverters, mounting systems, trackers, and balance-of-system components.
• Energy Storage & Batteries: Lithium-ion, flow, and lead-acid batteries, plus BMS and energy management systems.
• Wind Energy: Turbines and related components suitable for distributed and hybrid projects.
• Hydrogen & Fuel Cells: Production, storage, and applications for power and mobility.
• EV Charging & E-Mobility: Chargers, charging stations, and fleet electrification solutions.
• Smart Grids & Microgrids: Control systems, software, and enabling technologies.
• Vertical Industries: Solutions for mining, commercial real estate, telecom, and agriculture.

Event Features

• Business-Focused: Emphasizes deal-making and B2B matchmaking for C&I clean energy projects.
• Educational Program: Features seminars and workshops on topics like power purchase agreements (PPAs), wheeling, and regulatory updates.
• Networking: Provides structured opportunities for high-level meetings and connections with key stakeholders.
• Co-located Events: Runs alongside Securex South Africa, A-OSH EXPO, Firexpo, and Facilities Management Expo. This creates a multi-show environment with a combined audience of over 9,000 professionals, attracting a diverse range of decision-makers.

Market Significance

South Africa’s heavy reliance on coal creates a strong demand for renewable energy, driven by load-shedding and the need for grid stability. This makes RE+ South Africa a crucial platform for companies aiming to expand into one of the world’s most dynamic emerging clean energy markets.