Zambia’s Ministry of Energy has entered into an implementation agreement with Goldenray Energy Limited for the development of a 118 MWp solar project in Sinazongwe district in the Southern Province in Zambia. The proposed solar project is scheduled to begin supplying electricity by early 2027. The development is expected to contribute additional generation capacity to the grid while supporting ongoing initiatives aimed at strengthening the country’s renewable energy portfolio.
In January 2026, the Government of the Republic of Zambia signed an MoU with China Pingmei Shenma Holding Group Company Limited and LONGi Green Energy Technology Company Limited to collaborate on the development of large-scale renewable energy projects, with a primary focus on solar power. The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation in renewable energy development across the country, and will support investments of up to 1,000 MW of solar capacity.
In December 2025, Zambia’s Ministry of Energy commenced construction of the Siavonga 100 MW solar project. The $80 million project is being implemented by JIGSCO Energy Corporation Limited, a joint venture between ZESCO Limited and Jigsaw Investments, with Power China serving as the engineering, procurement and construction contractor. The project is scheduled for commercial operations by December 2026.
