The National Solar Water Heater (NSWH) programme of the Department of Minerals and Energy (DMRE) that is meant to install 5 million units in households by 2030 hit a snag on the first 82 000 units.
With their muted luster and thicker frames, these big, dark panels stand out for a reason: They’re not your typical electricity-making solar panels but are instead used to heat up a home’s water.