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Lovisa Arlid, CIGZambia’s Gender & Social Inclusion Advisor, presented the Ministry of Energy’s Social Safeguard Framework (SSF) at the IEEE Power Africa Conference in Johannesburg. The SSF, part of Zambia's IRP, includes six standards, piloted in the ZTI project & the REMP.

Zambia’s low electricity tariffs offer consumer relief but hinder investment in sustainable energy. To stay competitive in the Southern African Power Pool, a tariff shift is needed to balance affordability and incentivize renewable investments. linkedin.com/posts/cities-a…

CIGZambia in partnership with The Climate Compatible Growth (CCG) program participated in the recent launch workshop for Zambia's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Financing Strategy. This strategy aims to support Zambia in mobilizing the necessary financing to implement the IRP.

Professor Joseph Mutale, IRP Project Lead for CIGZambia, joined Stanbic’s 2024 Board Strategy Session, sharing insights on Zambia's energy sector and future opportunities. Pictured: Dr. Abraham Mwenda, Prof. Mutale, and Stanbic Bank CEO Mr. Mwindwa Siakalima.

The Zambian Ministry of Energy has launched the Energy Single Licensing System to boost energy sector investment! This new electronic platform streamlines licensing,speeds up approvals, and enhances agency coordination. Access via the ERB portal:portal.erb.org.zm/singlelicensin…

Professor Joseph Mutale, CIGZambia’s IRP Lead, will moderate a session on Blended Finance & Energy Access at the 2024 ZIM-ZAM Energy Summit. With <50% energy access in SADC, discussions will explore scaling solutions like home solar & linking energy to economic growth.

Michael Tarney, Energy Lead at CIGZambia, spoke at the Sweden-Zambia Energy Partnership event, highlighting Zambia's IRP. He emphasized transformative investments in power quality & sustainability, alongside insights from ZESCO, ERB, MoE, IPPs & sector experts.

Zambia's new Social Safeguard Framework for Energy, led by the Ministry of Energy & supported by CIGZambia, unifies social safeguards and prevents delays to project bankability. Approved by Cabinet (Nov 2023). Highlighted by GSI Advisor Lovisa Arlid at #ZGEN2024.

UK Minister Anneliese Dodds visited ZESCO's National Control Center, highlighting the £15m UK & World Bank-backed Zambia-Tanzania Interconnector. Joined by ZESCO MD Justin Loongo, CIGZambia's Michael Tarney, Acting British HC Sam Waldock and senior Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office team members.

Great to see #interconnectors in the news. Congratulations Cities and Infrastructure for Growth Zambia Zesco Limited and World Bank Green Grids Initiative Ayrton Fund

REA hosted a Stakeholder Workshop to review the updated Rural Electrification Master Plan(REMP), aligning with SDG 7 for universal energy access by 2030.With support from the Ministry of Energy & stakeholders like CIGZambia,the revised REMP prioritizes 100% rural electrification.

In 2024, CIGZambia & Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office proudly supported Zambia’s sustainable energy future—launching its first Integrated Resource Plan and updating the Rural Electrification Master Plan.Thank you to everyone involved for your hard work, expertise, and commitment #CIGZambia #FCDO

Season’s Greetings from the CIGZambia Team! Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season.

CIGZambia is hiring for the role of Energy Modelling Expert. The deadline for applications is February 3rd 2025. Please read through the job description and application requirements before sending your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected]

Kindly note that the application deadline for the Energy Modelling Expert role has been revised to 27th January 2025.

Great to see consistent updates from the Zambezi River Authority on the current Kariba Water Levels! Keeping Zambians informed helps everyone understand the state of our shared resources. #SustainableEnergy #Zambia

Excited about the transformative collaborations that will emerge from the inaugural Energy Summit. These synergies will not only drive innovation and investment but also positively impact the Zambian energy sector.

Hon. Makozo Chikote, Minister of Energy, delivered the keynote at the Electricity Open Access launch held today, urging stakeholder engagement and effective communication to enhance public awareness. Ministry of Energy Zambia #OpenAccess #Zambia #Energy

Highlights from the Public-Private Dialogue Forum (PPD) Policy Direction for 2025.

CIGZambia & CCGResearch convened stakeholders to review the interim IRP Financing Strategy, aiming to unlock funding for Zambia’s electricity infrastructure. Insights from this meeting will shape the final strategy ahead of a Steering Committee workshop. #EnergyFinance #IRP