Ellies is in talks on acquisitions in the alternative energy sector to meet surging local demand for power as consumers battle crippling nationwide blackouts and offset losses from its traditional business. 

The electronics group is in negotiations “with third parties with a view to pursuing certain potential acquisitions in the solar, uninterrupted power supply and renewable energy sectors,” it said a cautionary statement to investors on Wednesday. ..

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