According to SEforALL, ZEDSI intends to foster economic growth in rural areas through reliable solar mini-grids, optimised mini-grid business models and the deployment of replicable, scalable energy solutions in rugged rural environments.

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.