Sunlux Solar begins construction on P14 million manufacturing plant in Tlokweng
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Sunlux Solar, led by local entrepreneurs Portia Masunda and Baleseng Masunda, has broken ground on Botswana's first large-scale solar light manufacturing operation. The P14 million warehouse and manufacturing facility in Tlokweng is expected to create approximately 160 jobs, with 80% designated for women and young people. Director of Sunlux, Portia Masunda, stated that the decision to venture into manufacturing was inspired by a 2023 government call for local businesses to invest in manufacturing to create jobs and diversify the economy. After benchmarking in China, where they previously sourced products, the couple acquired the necessary manufacturing equipment over 12 months. Sunlux Solar has already commenced preliminary production activities in November last year, with some manufactured products already on the market. The company has operated for several years as suppliers and installers of solar lighting products.
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