Zambia : President Hichilema Commissions Chisamba Phase II Solar Power Plant

PRESIDENT HICHILEMA SATISFIED WITH PROGRESS ON LUSAKA-NDOLA DUAL CARRIAGEWAY

PRESIDENT HICHILEMA SATISFIED WITH PROGRESS ON LUSAKA-NDOLA DUAL CARRIAGEWAY President Hakainde Hichilema has expressed satisfaction with the progress and quality of works on the Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway following an inspection of the flagship infrastructure project. Speaking after touring sections of the road, President Hichilema said the project was advancing well and reaffirmed government’s commitment to […] The post PRESIDENT HICHILEMA …

Zambia commissions $70 million solar power plant to strengthen energy security

Zambia has commissioned its 100-megawatt (MW) Chisamba Phase II Solar Power Plant, projected to increase its electricity generation to 437MW by the end of the year. The project marks another step by the Zambian government toward reducing dependence on grid electricity and strengthening energy security. Valued at $70 million, the latest development doubles the plant’s capacity from 100MW to 200MW. Although the second phase was initially projected…

Solar power can be an easy fix but comes with hidden costs - Yusuf Dodia

A Lusaka-based Economist has cautioned that Zambia’s push for large-scale solar projects could create long-term environmental problems, urging government to prioritize hydroelectric power as a sustainable solution to the country’s energy crisis. This came after President Hakainde Hichilema commissioned the second phrase of the Chisamba Solar plant yesterday. In an interview with Lusaka Star, Yusuf Dodia said, solar power can be an easy fix but c…

Zambia : President Hichilema Commissions Chisamba Phase II Solar Power Plant

President Hakainde Hichilema has commissioned the 100-megawatt Chisamba Phase II Solar Power Plant, describing the 75-million United States dollar investment as a major milestone in Zambia’s transition to clean and sustainable energy. President Hichilema says the project demonstrates government’s commitment to achieving energy security while reducing the effects of climate change through increased investment in […]

President Hichilema Commissions 100MW Phase II Solar Plant In Chisamba

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has  commissioned the 100 megawatt Phase II of the Chisamba solar power plant, bringing the site’s total capacity to 200 megawatts. The Head of State said every additional megawatt means “more homes with the lights on, more businesses running at full capacity, and more jobs for our people.” “This plant is also […] The post President Hichilema Commissions 100MW Phase II Solar Plant In Chisamba first appeared on Mweban…