Building Sustainable
Agricultural Businesses
Solarflare is an agricultural development and project management company dedicated to unlocking the full potential of farming enterprises across South Africa.
We partner with farmers, financial institutions, investors and specialist service providers to identify opportunities, improve operational efficiency and implement practical, sustainable solutions that enhance profitability and long-term business success.
Rather than offering a single product or service, Solarflare provides an integrated approach to agricultural development; combining strategic planning, technical expertise and professional project management.
Whether developing new agricultural ventures, upgrading existing farming operations or facilitating infrastructure investment, our focus remains the same:
Unlocking the full potential of every farm by optimising land, resources and infrastructure for sustainable growth and profitability.
Leadership Spotlight
Meet
ROELF JACOBS
CEO & Project Manager
Roelf Jacobs leads SolarFlare Africa as CEO and Project Manager, driving the company’s vision of building sustainable, future-focused agricultural operations across South Africa. With a deep understanding of farming systems, infrastructure development and strategic project execution, Roelf oversees every stage of client engagement. From initial assessment through to successful project delivery.
His approach is rooted in practical agricultural knowledge and a commitment to long-term value creation for farmers. Roelf works closely with trusted specialists, contractors and financial partners to ensure that every development is professionally managed, technically sound and aligned with the client’s operational goals.
The
Leadership Team
What drives us
Our
Core Values
Integrity
We build trusted relationships through honesty, transparency and ethical business practices.
Excellence
We pursue the highest standards in every assessment, recommendation and project we undertake.
Innovation
We embrace innovative technologies and practical solutions that improve agricultural productivity.
Partnership
We believe lasting success is achieved through collaboration between farmers, specialists, financiers and industry partners.
Sustainability
Every recommendation we make is designed to create long-term environmental, operational and financial sustainability.
Empowerment
Our purpose is to equip farmers with the knowledge, resources and support needed to build resilient agricultural businesses.
MISSION
MISSION
"To build sustainable and future-focused agricultural operations through strategic development, trusted partnership and professional project execution."