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.
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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.
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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.
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Nov. 22, 2024
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.
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Nov. 14, 2024
Ex-Zesa chief wades into power crisis debate
They also indicated that during power outages they resorted to diesel powered generators, which were expensive.
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Oct. 18, 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Frequent power outages, outdated infrastructure and insufficient energy production have become the norm, exacerbating the nation’s broader economic challenges.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
Man jailed 10 years for Zesa cable theft
The court heard that a police officer approached Makanya and conducted a search of his luggage, leading to his arrest.
By Bongile Moyo
Sep. 19, 2024
US$24,4m property vandalism threatens Zesa operations
As of August 12 this year, the utility was owed a staggering ZIG5,7 billion, with the industrial sector alone accounting for half of this debt.
By Staff Reporter
Aug. 29, 2024
Zesa turns to battery storage to beat power cuts
Addressing a Press conference yesterday, Gata said the current power cuts were due to hydrological issues being experienced at Kariba and a technical fault at Hwange.
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