Zambia has added 347 megawatts (MW) of electricity to its national grid this year through the completion of six major power generation projects, the Ministry of Energy announced.
Bob Sianjalika, Principal Public Relations Officer at the Ministry, said the new projects include the 100 MW Chisamba Solar Plant Phase One and the 25 MW Mailo Solar Plant in Serenje. Additional capacity came from a 94 MW mid-scale power plant by Copperbelt Energy Corporation (CEC) on the Copperbelt and an 85 MW plant by United Capital Fertilizer in Lusaka.
Sianjalika also noted that the Rural Electrification Authority (REA) has delivered several commercial and industrial off-grid power projects across the country, further expanding energy access.
Speaking to ZNBC News, he said 29 more power generation projects are currently under development, representing a combined capacity of 2,610 MW. “These projects reflect Zambia’s commitment to increasing electricity supply and supporting economic growth,” Sianjalika said.
He added that investment in transmission infrastructure is also underway, including the 330-kilovolt Muzuma–Kafue West transmission line and the 330-kilovolt Lusaka West–Kabwe step-down project. Transformer upgrades at Kafue and Kitwe substations, as well as new substations and switching stations in Lusaka and other growth centers, are also part of ongoing improvements.
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“These developments will improve grid reliability, strengthen power distribution, and accommodate the increased generation capacity,” Sianjalika said.
The newly commissioned projects are expected to ease power shortages, expand access for both urban and rural consumers, and support industrial growth across the country.
Zambia’s drive to boost electricity capacity aligns with broader efforts in the region to accelerate renewable energy adoption, enhance energy security, and attract private sector investment in the power sector.
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The Ministry of Energy emphasized that the expansion of generation and transmission infrastructure is key to achieving long-term sustainable development goals, supporting businesses, and improving quality of life for Zambians.
