THE Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) is calling upon suppliers of alternative energy products such as solar equipment to pass on the benefits derived from tax incentives to end users by charging reasonable and affordable prices.

Zambia’s traditional energy sources have mainly been hydropower generated from Kariba and ItezhiTezhi power stations, among others, with mixes of thermal power solutions from Maamba and emerging solar energy and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) solutions.

The solar powered hammer mill is designed with the needs of rural and off-grid communities in mind. Unlike traditional mills that rely on the national electrical grid or fuel engines, this hammer mill operates solely on solar power, making it an ideal solution for areas without electricity.

The Zambian Cabinet suspended customs duty and zero rated VAT on the supply of generators, and components and auxiliary items for solar power equipment for the period 1 July, 2024 to 31 December, 2027.

The Rural Electrification Authority of Zambia has commissioned the Lundu Solar Mini Grid Project in the Chama District of the country’s Eastern Province. The $49,665 project aims to power a population of 350 homes.

Zambia on Friday launched a smart village project in the southern district of Namwala sponsored by Chinese firm Huawei Technologies. The project, which includes a communication tower and a solar system capable of powering numerous homes, is the first of its kind in Zambia.

As we grapple with the devastating effects of the severe drought that has left our country reeling, such strategic partnerships offer a glimmer of hope. Empowering energy experts with the competencies necessary to harness innovative solutions will help bridge the energy deficit wrought by the drought.

In support of President Hakainde Hichilema’s decision to accelerate deployment of mini-grids through the 1000 Mini-grid Initiative, the Zambian government have today unveiled a new financial mechanism to support mini-grid developers: the Demand Stimulation Incentive.