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As Zambia’s national power utility, ZESCO Limited is tasked with supplying electricity across the country. In an effort to modernize services and provide greater flexibility, ZESCO has moved toward digital solutions, primarily focusing on —their online prepaid electricity vending system.

| Project | Description | Capacity | Status (as of 2026) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | A massive solar photovoltaic plant integrated with a battery energy storage system (BESS) to provide power even when the sun isn't shining. | 250 MW solar + 150 MW / 600 MWh battery storage | Launched (April 2026) | | Chishimba Hydro Expansion | An upgrade to an existing small hydropower station, dramatically increasing its output. | From 1.8 MW to 15 MW | Tendering stage (Feb 2026) | | Chongwe Solar Project | A significant solar power plant, one of several being built to reduce reliance on hydropower. | 250 MW | Under construction (launched April 2026) | | ZamWatt C&I Programme | A partnership between ZESCO, Stanbic Bank, and GreenCo to develop renewable energy projects for commercial and industrial customers. | Varied (multiple projects) | Partnership announced (May 2026) | | NRDC Solar Plant | A 22 MW solar plant commissioned at the College of Natural Resources Development, a clear sign of progress in renewable adoption. | 22 MW | Commissioned (March 2026) | ezesco zesco zm

: Over 11,000 kilometres of high-voltage lines (330kV, 220kV, 132kV, 88kV, and 66kV) interconnected with the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP). As Zambia’s national power utility, ZESCO Limited is

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