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Load shedding here to stay, says Zesa

The Kariba hydropower plant, with a total capacity of 1,050 megawatts (MW), has seen its dependable capacity drop to as low as less than 100 megawatts.

By Sharon Buwerimwe 8h ago

Power crisis: Everyone in belly of the beast

This hydroelectric plant, which generates 1 050 megawatts (MW) of power, has been unable to operate at full capacity.

By Freeman Makopa Dec. 20, 2024

Power crisis: Everyone in belly of the beast

A bad deal concealed by an opaque system

This is the only option that is likely to take us out of a predator’s jaws.

By Shame Makoshori Nov. 29, 2024

A bad deal concealed by an opaque system

200 Glen View houses connected to pilot solar project

The solar scheme initiative involves renting out and installing solar panels on rooftops, and the solar energy generated will be fed into the national grid.

By Sydney Kawadza Nov. 22, 2024

200 Glen View houses connected to pilot solar project

Electricity load-shedding extends to more than 24hrs

Zesa also confirmed the power shortage saying this had been compounded by low generation capacity at Kariba Power Station as a result of low water levels.

By Chantay Ruswa Nov. 14, 2024

Electricity load-shedding extends to more than 24hrs

Ex-Zesa chief wades into power crisis debate

They also indicated that during power outages they resorted to diesel powered generators, which were expensive.

By Mthandazo Nyoni Oct. 18, 2024

Ex-Zesa chief wades into power crisis debate

Blackouts wipe off US$500m from mines

Mining industry executives ratcheted pressure on state power utility, Zesa, to take decisive actions in order to protect over 30 000 workers employed in the sector.

By Mthandazo Nyoni Oct. 11, 2024

The MIF-Jindal partnership, a path to Zim energy security

Frequent power outages, outdated infrastructure and insufficient energy production have become the norm, exacerbating the nation’s broader economic challenges.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Oct. 8, 2024