Diversify power sources

 The bulk of the IPPs are in the renewable space which dovetails with government policy to scale up renewable energy generation.
By Newsday Sep. 5, 2024

El Niño phenomenon worsens receding Kariba Dam levels

In a statement yesterday, ZRA said water level in Lake Kariba had dropped significantly. It was recorded at 476,75m this year compared to 479,34m last year.
By Gracious Daniel Aug. 28, 2024

Water levels at Kariba remain low

The water levels at Kariba Dam have been declining over the past two decades, with a sharp drop in 2022 due to a severe drought and high demand for water.
By Obert Siamilandu Aug. 14, 2024

We’ve lost over 800MW at Kariba: Govt

The acute power cuts have forced some business entities to scale down operations, with others temporarily laying off staff.
By Harriet Chikandiwa Jun. 24, 2024
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Dark weeks ahead as Kariba inflows drop

In an update on the hydrological outlook at Kariba Dam, the Zambezi River Authority (ZRA) yesterday said river flows into Zambezi River were decreasing rapidly.
By Garikai Tunhira May. 18, 2024

Blackouts spoil ZITF

Zimbabwe and Zambia share equally water to generate power at their separate power plants at Lake Kariba.
By Innocent Magondo Apr. 25, 2024

ZRA repackages Batoka Gorge project

The project scope includes construction of the dam wall for US$1,4 billion, power station at US$1,3 billion and other aspects giving a total of US$4,5 billion.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 18, 2024

Candid Comment: Zim must give PPPs a chance

If the dam falls short, both countries would have to rely on imports from neighbouring countries. However, Zimbabwe has a bad reputation when it comes to imports.
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi Apr. 5, 2024

Zambia, Zimbabwe to retender $5bn Batoka hydropower plant

Water levels at Kariba, which straddles Zambia and Zimbabwe, are expected to keep receding due to poor rainfall, Munodawafa said, although he ruled out decommissioning the dam.
By Bloomberg News Mar. 26, 2024