☀ SolarToAfrica

Solar Power Cost Calculator

Accurate 2026 estimates for 20 African countries — panels, batteries, inverter & ROI

Data verified April 2026

Step 1 — Country & System Type

Your Country

System Type

Off-Grid Hybrid Grid-Tied

Step 2 — Energy Needs

Monthly Electricity Use How many kWh you use per month

150 kWh

Battery Backup Duration Hours of storage when there is no sun

8 hrs

Battery Chemistry

Lithium (LiFePO4) Gel / AGM Lead-Acid

Solar Panel Size

300W 400W 550W

Step 3 — Fine-Tune (Optional)

Price Inflation Buffer Adds a safety margin to cost estimates

+10%

Custom Panel Cost ($/W) Leave 0 to use country default

Solar System Estimate

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Full Cost Breakdown

Cost by Component

Where your investment goes

10-Year Savings vs. Grid

Cumulative grid cost vs. your solar investment over time

📊 Return on Investment

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SolarToAfrica — Estimates based on verified 2026 market data (CBN, EPRA Kenya, Eskom SA, Ember Africa, NERC Nigeria). Always obtain at least 3 installer quotes. Updated April 2026.