Govt invests in solar lamp project

The government has invested $1,5 million for the production of solar lamps locally as it moves to alternative power sources.

Energy and Power Development minister Elton Mangoma last week said the government had struck a deal with a housing co-operative in Mutare allowing them to have solar panels as part of their roofs.

“The electricity generated will be used within their homes and the surplus fed into the grid.

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