Author: Natasha Mwaba

Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Gift Sialubalo, today commissioned a 112KWP solar power system at the Ministry headquarters aimed at reducing electricity costs and promoting alternative sources of energy. The solar system, valued at K6.3 million, has been installed in response to the Presidential Directive encouraging institutions to adopt renewable and sustainable sources… Continue reading LOCAL GOVERNMENT MINISTRY COMMISSIONS K6.3 MILLION SOLAR POWER SYSTEM

Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa has hailed the significant transformation taking place in Zambia’s energy sector, describing energy as the “lifeblood of development” and a key driver of the country’s economic growth agenda. Speaking during the official opening of the 4th Senior Public Service Management Meeting at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre, Mr. Kangwa… Continue reading SECRETARY TO CABINET TOUTS ZAMBIA’S ENERGY GAINS

Ministry of Energy, Acting Permanent Secretary Grace Tonga, today led a delegation of ministry officials in presenting submissions on the proposed Petroleum Bill before the Parliamentary Committee on Parastatal Bodies chaired by Shiwang’andu Member of Parliament Stephen Kampyongo. In her presentation, Ms Tonga said the proposed Bill seeks to repeal and replace the outdated Petroleum… Continue reading MINISTRY OF ENERGY APPEARS BEFORE PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE ON PROPOSED PETROLEUM BILL

A multitude of Kitwe residents trooped to the Itimpi site to witness history as President Hakainde Hichilema commissioned the 136 megawatt Itimpi-2 Solar Power Plant, Zambia’s largest solar facility, marking a major milestone in the country’s energy transformation. The electric atmosphere at the colourful ceremony reflected growing public optimism as the multi-million-dollar project, developed by… Continue reading CEC ITIMPI-2 SOLAR PLANT IGNITES COPPERBELT AS PRESIDENT HICHILEMA COMMISSIONS 136MW GIANT

President Hakainde Hichilema has commissioned the 50 megawatts Mansa Solar Plant in Chief Mabumba’s area of Mansa District in Luapula Province. The project as part of the country’s journey to achieve 10,000 megawatts of installed capacity by 2030, and calling on citizens to unite and work together in building the nation. Minister of Energy Makozo… Continue reading PRESIDENT HICHILEMA COMMISSIONS 50MW MANSA SOLAR PLANT, CALLS FOR UNITY AND COLLECTIVE NATION BUILDING

Minister of Energy Makozo Chikote yesterday toured selected exhibition stands at the ongoing Luapula Expo in Mansa, where he engaged exhibitors and commended innovations aimed at advancing Zambia’s energy sector. Among the stands visited were the Energy Regulation Board (ERB) and TAZAMA Pipelines, with the Minister praising the institutions for their critical role in ensuring… Continue reading ENERGY MINISTER TOURS EXHIBITION STANDS AT LUAPULA EXPO IN MANSA

Minister of Energy Makozo Chikote today held a meeting with 23 traditional leaders in Luapula Province, where they discussed various energy initiatives being implemented in the region. The Minister assured the traditional leadership that Luapula Province is set to host a number of electricity generation projects aimed at boosting economic activities. He said Government’s ambitious… Continue reading ENERGY MINISTER ENGAGES LUAPULA TRADITIONAL LEADERS AHEAD OF MANSA SOLAR COMMISSIONING

CHONGWE….President Hakainde Hichilema has launched the construction of the 250 megawatt solar photovoltaic plant and 150 megawatt battery energy storage system (BESS) at the Leopard Hill Solar Generation Station in Chongwe District. The US$315 million hybrid investment is expected to significantly boost the country’s electricity supply. The launch, held during a colourful ceremony off Leopards… Continue reading PRESIDENT HICHILEMA LAUNCHES 250MW LEOPARDS HILL SOLAR PROJECT

An Israeli company, Liberty Grid Solutions, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Shiri Droi Kihan, has expressed interest in investing in Zambia’s renewable energy sector following a visit to the Ministry of Energy. Amb Hazemba Mahuba was part of the delegation. The company, which specialises in rooftop solar installations among other clean energy solutions, held… Continue reading ISRAELI FIRM EYES ZAMBIA’S RENEWABLE ENERGY SECTOR

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to a well-planned, coordinated and inclusive energy sector aimed at ensuring every Zambian has access to electricity by 2030, following the launch of the updated Rural Electrification Master Plan (REMP) until 2030. Speaking during the official launch at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre, Minister of Energy, Makozo Chikote said… Continue reading GOVERNMENT UNVEILS UPDATED RURAL ELECTRIFICATION PLAN TO DRIVE UNIVERSAL ACCESS