On July 30, 2026, Rwandan Prime Minister Justin Nsengimana announced a new initiative that would enable households, businesses, and institutions with solar panels to sell their surplus electricity back to the national grid. The announcement was made during a ceremony in Kigali, according to local media reports.
The plan aims to boost renewable energy adoption and improve grid stability by turning solar-equipped consumers into small-scale power producers. Under the proposed system, net metering or feed-in tariffs would be used to credit or pay these producers for the electricity they contribute.
Details on the implementation timeline and regulatory framework have not yet been fully disclosed. The Rwandan government is expected to release more information after consultations with energy sector stakeholders.
This move aligns with Rwanda's broader energy strategy to increase access to electricity and promote sustainable energy sources. As of 2026, Rwanda has been expanding its solar capacity, including off-grid solutions in rural areas.
