JA Named Exclusive PV Module Supplier for Teraco's 120MW Sediba Solar Project in Free State

JA has been selected as the exclusive photovoltaic module supplier for Teraco's 120MW Sediba solar project in Parys, in South Africa's Free State province. PR Newswire reported the selection on November 12, 2026. The project is expected to generate more than 354,000MWh of renewable electricity annually once operational, with operations scheduled to begin by the end of 2026.

How the Sediba Module Supply Works

JA will supply the high-efficiency n-type modules required for the large-scale renewable energy development. Teraco owns Sediba, which will feed renewable electricity into the national grid. The corresponding renewable energy allocation will be supplied to Teraco's data centre operations through a power-wheeling arrangement with local municipalities and Eskom.

JA was selected following technical evaluation and testing, based on the performance, durability and long-term reliability of its PV technology. The Sediba site presents high summer temperatures, intense solar irradiation, dust, seasonal thunderstorms and significant temperature variations. JA's n-type modules are engineered to maintain strong energy output while withstanding high temperatures, hail and heavy loads.

JA combines module technology with a globally consistent approach to manufacturing quality and supply-chain management. Key materials used in its modules, including glass and soldering ribbon, can be traced throughout the manufacturing process. The company's climate targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative, and its manufacturing operations incorporate measures designed to reduce carbon emissions associated with PV production.

Teraco's Data Centre Footprint

Teraco is Africa's largest vendor-neutral colocation and interconnection platform, operating eight data centres across South Africa with 228MW IT load and serving 650+ clients, according to akta.pro company records. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Johannesburg. Teraco's operational capacity was 189MW as of 2025, and it services over 700 global and local clients as of January 2026.

Teraco's Rising Power Demand

Teraco's electricity consumption tripled to 399.3 GWh in 2025 from 130 GWh in 2021, according to its fifth annual sustainability report, Telecompaper reported. Average power draw grew by roughly 32 percent annually from under 15 MW to 46 MW. In November 2026, Digital Realty acquired a further 16% stake in Teraco for about $688 million, raising its ownership from 61% to 77%, Dealroom.co reported.

Sediba's Timeline to Operation

Sediba's operations are scheduled to begin by the end of 2026, according to the announcement. The project will feed renewable electricity into the national grid and supply Teraco's data centre operations through the power-wheeling arrangement with local municipalities and Eskom.