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Zesco Mining in DRC Electricity 

DRC Power Output Grows but Energy Challenges Persist

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Between 2023 and 2024, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) saw a 3.04% increase in power output, rising by 303.1 gigawatt-hours (GWh). This boost was primarily driven by hydropower plants, including the Inga I and II plants, according to the country’s power utility, the ARE. Over the period from 2020 to 2024, the DRC’s power output grew by 9.8%. However, despite this progress, the DRC’s total electricity output remains low, reaching just 13.6 terawatt-hours (TWh) in 2024. To put this into perspective, it is equivalent to roughly 11 days of… Read More Here
Electricity International 

Tanzania Seeks to Import 100MW of Ethiopian Power via Kenya

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Kenya’s Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has confirmed receiving an application from Tanzania to import 100 megawatts of electricity from Ethiopia using Kenya’s transmission network. EPRA Director General Daniel Kiptoo stated that the request involves a collaboration between Ethiopia Electric Power, Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO), and Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited (TANESCO). He added that the application is under review, with a final decision expected by the end of March after evaluating its technical and economic feasibility. “We are currently assessing both the technical and economic aspects. The… Read More Here
Mining in DRC Electricity 

DRC’s SNEL Utility Faces $3 Billion Debt Crisis as Restructuring Plan Takes Shape

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Société Nationale d’Électricité (SNEL), the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) state-owned power utility, is burdened with a debt exceeding $3 billion—more than three times its 2022 sales, according to the African Development Bank’s (AfDB) recent Compact Énergétique National report. The debt is comprised of financial obligations (over 75%), commercial debt (13%), tax liabilities (11%), and social debt (0.3%). Financial debt alone surpasses $2 billion, stemming primarily from mining contracts (42%) and loans from multilateral investment banks (58%). In response, the Congolese government is committed to restructuring SNEL’s commercial and financial… Read More Here
Mining in DRC Electricity Hydro power plant 

Kasaï-Central’s Mbombo Hydropower Station Construction Begins

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The highly anticipated Mbombo hydropower station project has officially begun. Construction was launched on February 15, 2025, by Joseph Moïse Kambulu Nkonko, governor of Kasaï-Central province, where the station will be located. The plant, situated on the Lulua River about 9.3 miles (15 km) from downtown Kananga, will have an installed capacity of 10 MW. This project is expected to bring electricity to more people in the region. However, the number of direct and indirect jobs it will create, as well as the total number of beneficiaries, has yet to… Read More Here
Electricity 

Lake Kariba Water Levels Remain Low, Highlighting Power Generation Challenges in Zimbabwe

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Water levels at Lake Kariba have been gradually rising due to the ongoing rainy season, raising hopes for improved hydropower generation later this year. However, the current levels remain significantly lower than those of the same period last year, according to the latest data from the Zambezi River Authority (ZRA). As of Monday, the water level stood at 476.41 meters, compared to 477.84 meters at the same time last year. The Kariba Dam operates within a water level range of 475.50 meters to 488.50 meters, with usable live storage—critical for… Read More Here
Mining in Zambia Electricity 

ZESCO Signs Power Purchase Agreements with IPPs to Boost Solar Capacity

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ZESCO, Zambia’s state-owned electricity company, has signed Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with 28 Independent Power Producers (IPPs) under the Micro-Generator Scheme and the Presidential Solar Initiative. The agreements will add 270 megawatts (MW) of solar power to the national grid. At the signing ceremony, Energy Minister Hon. Makozo Chikote emphasized the government’s commitment to development, stating, “Under President Hakainde Hichilema’s leadership, we are delivering development, not just talking about it. This initiative will power industries, create jobs, and drive economic growth, showing that the UPND government is serious about transforming… Read More Here
Zesco Mining in DRC Angola Electricity 

Congo-DRC-Angola Power Line Set for 2025 Launch

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The European Union (EU) will commission a 1,400 kV power transmission project in 2025, linking the Republic of Congo, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Angola. Known as the Boucle de l’Amitié Énergétique, this initiative aims to address chronic electricity shortages, enhance regional energy security, and support economic development. Electricity access in the Republic of Congo remains limited, with only 68% of urban areas and 12% of rural areas connected to the grid. The country’s primary power source, the Centrale Électrique du Congo in Pointe-Noire, is currently facing reduced… Read More Here
Mining in Zambia Electricity Energy Events & Expos 

President Hichilema Focuses on Solar Energy and Electricity Solutions at Africa Energy Summit

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President Hakainde Hichilema has stated that Zambia is on track to addressing its electricity challenges. He emphasized that the government is working diligently to reduce reliance on hydropower by investing in solar energy. While drought poses a challenge, President Hichilema views it as an opportunity to redirect resources into investments like electricity. He made these comments to journalists at the Zambia Air Force Base, Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, before departing for Tanzania to attend the 300 Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam on January 28, 2025. The summit, he… Read More Here
Mining in Zambia Economy Electricity 

World Bank Approves $292 Million for Zambia-Tanzania Power Interconnector

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The World Bank has approved a $292 million grant to support the Zambia-Tanzania Interconnector Project (ZTIP), designed to tackle key challenges in the energy sector and enhance regional power transmission. Of the total financing, $245 million comes from the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA), with additional funding from the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO), contributing $17 million, and $30 million from the European Union. Achim Fock, World Bank Country Manager for Zambia, emphasized the project’s importance in addressing Zambia’s significant energy sector challenges. He pointed out that… Read More Here
Mining in Zambia Corporate News Electricity 

Jubilee Metals Secures New Power Supply Agreement in Zambia for Stable Operations

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London- and Johannesburg-listed Jubilee Metals has successfully secured regulatory approval for a new power supply agreement in Zambia, with power delivery commencing on January 20. This agreement enables the company to restart its Roan concentrator, ensuring a stable power supply moving forward. The new power supply agreement, executed with a broad-based power provider, grants Jubilee access to a distributed power base from multiple generation sources. This reduces reliance on a single supply source and mitigates risks associated with localized power distribution limitations. Jubilee highlights that the additional power supply is… Read More Here

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