ZESCO Negotiates Increased Electricity Imports from Mozambique
Zambian Energy Minister Peter Kapala announced negotiations between ZESCO and Mozambique’s EDM to increase electricity imports to 120 MW.
Currently, Zambia imports 50 to 90 MW from Mozambique and plans to boost it to meet demand. This move, however, will result in a revenue loss of $110 million.
Last October, EDM agreed to resume electricity sales to Zambia under a contract potentially reaching 250 MW. The agreement includes firm sales of 50 MW during off-peak hours and an additional 200 MW on a non-firm basis.
Additionally, both parties renewed an agreement to extend cross-border energy supply to Zumbo, in Tete province. These agreements were formalized during the 55th meeting of the SAPP Executive Committee in Luanda. Mozambique aims to solidify its position as a regional power generation center and increase foreign exchange earnings.
