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COMILU Granted Eligible Customer Status by DRC Electricity Authority 1 Mining in DRC Electricity 

COMILU Granted Eligible Customer Status by DRC Electricity Authority

Constance
On December 23, 2024, Sandrine Mubenga Ngalula, the Director General of the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ARE) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), announced that the Luisha Mining Company (COMILU), based in Lualaba province, had been granted “eligible customer” status. This status was officially confirmed during a compliance notice presentation to the company’s delegation, led by Li, the head of COMILU. In an unusual move, the eligibility status was conferred directly by the Director General of ARE, rather than through the customary ministerial decree from the Minister of Water Resources… Read More Here
Zambia Urges Sustainable Energy Investments Amid Power Deficit 2 Mining in Zambia Electricity Energy 

Zambia Urges Sustainable Energy Investments Amid Power Deficit

Constance
The Ministry of Energy has urged investors to focus on sustainable electricity generation to address Zambia’s power shortage, worsened by climate-related low water levels. Speaking in Lusaka, Permanent Secretary Peter Mumba reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting energy sector investments. This call to action came during a meeting with the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), which plans to develop two solar power plants in Nalolo and Lukulu districts of Western Province. These projects aim to add 600 megawatts to the national grid. PS Mumba disclosed that Zambia’s electricity generation… Read More Here
Zambia Sees Growth in Urban Electricity Access, Report Shows 3 Mining in Zambia Electricity 

Zambia Sees Growth in Urban Electricity Access, Report Shows

Constance
Zambia has recorded a significant increase in urban electricity access, according to the 2023 National Energy Access Baseline Survey report. The report reveals that, out of more than 1.5 million households in the country, over 80% now have access to electricity, a notable rise from the 64% recorded in previous surveys. Peter Mumba, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, attributed this progress to the ministry’s ongoing initiatives in collaboration with various stakeholders. He highlighted that these efforts have played a crucial role in expanding electricity access across urban areas.… Read More Here
DRC Energy Consultations Set Goal to Achieve 62% Electricity Access by 2030 4 Mining in DRC Electricity Energy Events & Expos 

DRC Energy Consultations Set Goal to Achieve 62% Electricity Access by 2030

Constance
The “DRC Energy Compact” program, centered on the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) energy transition, concluded on Thursday, December 19, 2024, after two days of impactful discussions, innovative ideas, and strategic exchanges. Held under the patronage of President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi, the event brought together experts, government officials, and institutional actors to address the challenges and opportunities in modernizing the DRC’s energy sector. Discussions focused on financing, international partnerships, and infrastructure development to expand access to sustainable energy across the nation. Supported by the World Bank and the African Development Bank… Read More Here
KGL Unveils 10-Year Strategic Plan to Address Zambia’s Power Crisis 5 Mining in Zambia Electricity 

KGL Unveils 10-Year Strategic Plan to Address Zambia’s Power Crisis

Constance
Amid Zambia’s ongoing power shortages, exceeding 1,300 MW and causing widespread blackouts, the Kafue Gorge Lower Power Development Corporation Limited (KGL), a subsidiary of Zesco Limited, has launched a transformative 10-year strategic plan. Announced on December 11, 2024, the plan aims to reshape the nation’s energy landscape by addressing the power crisis, promoting sustainable energy, and supporting Zambia’s economic development goals. KGL’s evolution from a project-focused entity to a fully operational power generation corporation is a critical milestone. Operating a 750 MW hydroelectric power plant, the largest installed capacity among… Read More Here
Jubilee Metals Faces Power Disruptions at Roan While Advancing Key Projects in Zambia 6 Mining in Zambia Electricity New Mining Projects 

Jubilee Metals Faces Power Disruptions at Roan While Advancing Key Projects in Zambia

Constance
Diversified metals processor Jubilee Metals, which operates in South Africa and Zambia, has reported significant disruptions at its Roan facilities in Zambia due to unplanned power outages. The blackouts have severely impacted production, with Roan operations being particularly vulnerable compared to the Sable refinery, which benefits from private electricity supply. In contrast, Jubilee’s Munkoyo and Project G mining operations remain unaffected and on schedule. The company is actively collaborating with Zambian authorities to manage the timing of outages and power restoration to reduce costs. However, the uncertainty surrounding Zambia’s national… Read More Here
Zesco Settles $82 Million Loan Prepayment to China Exim Bank for Kariba North Bank Extension 7 Mining in Zambia Electricity 

Zesco Settles $82 Million Loan Prepayment to China Exim Bank for Kariba North Bank Extension

Constance
The Zambian government has clarified that the $82 million paid by Zesco to China Exim Bank is part of a loan obtained to help develop the $320 million, 360-megawatt Kariba North Bank Extension hydropower station. According to the Ministry of Finance, the financing agreement, secured in November 2009, established an account to manage funds for servicing the loan. Secretary to the Treasury, Felix Nkulukusa, explained that following approval from the Zesco Board in December 2022, the company transferred the accumulated $82 million as a principal prepayment to China Exim Bank.… Read More Here
Zambia’s Power Utility Seeks Solution to $80M Payment Error in China Debt Talks 8 Mining in Zambia Electricity 

Zambia’s Power Utility Seeks Solution to $80M Payment Error in China Debt Talks

Constance
Zambia is working to address an $80 million payment mistakenly transferred by its state power utility, ZESCO, to China while finalizing its long-standing debt restructuring deal with the nation, according to Treasury Secretary Felix Nkulukusa. The funds, accumulated in a securitized account from electricity sales tied to a power plant built and financed by Chinese companies, were “unfortunately” transferred, Nkulukusa explained in an interview on Sunday in Lusaka. This payment issue underscores the complexities of Zambia’s debt restructuring process, which began in 2020 when it became the first African nation… Read More Here
Morocco, DRC, and Zambia Collaborate to Revolutionize Africa’s Electric Mobility Industry 9 Mining in Zambia Electricity Mining in DRC 

Morocco, DRC, and Zambia Collaborate to Revolutionize Africa’s Electric Mobility Industry

Constance
Rabat – Morocco, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Zambia have launched a groundbreaking initiative to establish a regional value chain for electric mobility in Lusaka, Zambia, aimed at transforming Africa’s automotive sector. Led by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Office for North Africa, the initiative entered its second phase on December 9, with representatives from all three nations in attendance. This project aligns with Africa’s goals to promote sustainable development, reduce fossil fuel dependency, and tackle challenges such as outdated vehicle fleets and inadequate public… Read More Here
Power Crisis in Southeast DRC Disrupts Mining Operations 10 Electricity Mining in DRC 

Power Crisis in Southeast DRC Disrupts Mining Operations

Constance
The mining sector in the southeast of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is grappling with a severe power shortage, stemming from disruptions in electricity supply from neighboring Zambia. The crisis, which began on November 24, 2024, has left mining operations—critical to the DRC’s economy—in a vulnerable state. Zambia, a key electricity supplier to the DRC, is facing dwindling water levels at its hydropower dams and delays in expanding its energy infrastructure. These challenges have led to widespread power restrictions. Meanwhile, the DRC’s own hydropower capacity is strained by rising… Read More Here

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