Solar installations in Africa are set to become more expensive as China ends tax rebates on solar panel exports starting April 1. This change may complicate renewable energy expansion in Africa, which relies on Chinese technology. Experts believe the price increase will be gradual rather than sudden, and solar will remain the cheapest energy source in Africa despite higher costs. Battery storage may face greater challenges due to the phasing out of incentives. The VAT removal is expected to slow Africa's clean energy transition but not reverse it, highlighting the need for local manufacturing. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)