Zambia solus power ltd

Who is Zambian energy company?

Zambian energy company engaged in developing and investing in scalable and sustainable renewable energy projects in Zambia and the rest of sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on the generation, transmission and distribution of green hydrogen, solar and wind power.

Who owns the energy project in Zambia?

Wholly owned by Zambian entrepreneurs, the project supports the diversification of Zambia’s energy matrix and an increase in access to reliable and affordable power, a critical component of the country’s long-term competitiveness and sustainable economic growth.

Will Zambia have 3 hours of electricity a day?

On Wednesday, there was finally some good news when Minister of Energy Makozo Chikote said the plant was now fully operational, and Zambians would have at least three hours of electricity a day.

Why are Zambia's power cuts so bad?

The power cuts have come as a shock to the 43% of Zambians who are connected to the grid and have taken electricity for granted all their lives. But one of the severest droughts in decades - caused by the El Niño weather phenomenon - has decimated Zambia’s power-generation capacity.

How do people make money in Zambia?

There is also a booming business of people making money by charging the phones of those without power. Zambia sources up to 84% of its electricity from water reservoirs such as lakes and rivers, while only 13% comes from coal. Contributions from solar, diesel and heavy fuel oil are even lower, accounting for 3%.

What does the northern circuit project mean for Zambia?

The project will open up Zambia’s Northern Circuit Region hosting a population of more than 8 million people to more commercial and industrial growth opportunities. The Government through the Ministry of Energy (MoE) has approved the company’s Feasibility Study and Grid Integration Study and Reports.