Zimbabwe to Focus on Renewable Energy

April 16, 2025

A key highlight of his remarks was the liberalisation of power generation in Zimbabwe. While the state-owned utility ZESA remains the primary generator of electricity, Moyo emphasised that government policy now permits private and independent players to participate in power production.

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According to Moyo, the application of renewable technologies must be tailor-made to support specific sectoral needs, with solar energy systems for irrigation in agriculture, hybrid power solutions in mining, and industrial-scale renewables for manufacturing.

The Energy and Power Development Minister of Zimbabwe, July Moyo, has called for greater participation in the country’s renewable energy drive, urging investors and institutions to seize the opportunities presented by government policy reforms and sectoral needs.

Speaking at the International Renewable Energy Conference and Expo in Victoria Falls, Moyo outlined the government’s vision for an inclusive and liberalised energy sector that can harness the potential of solar, hydro, and other renewable sources to power Zimbabwe’s economic transformation. He urged energy stakeholders and investors to see themselves as integral to powering the productivity of these sectors.

A key highlight of his remarks was the liberalisation of power generation in Zimbabwe. While the state-owned utility ZESA remains the primary generator of electricity, Moyo emphasised that government policy now permits private and independent players to participate in power production.

However, he noted that the transmission of electricity remains a more complex area. Although full liberalisation may not be feasible due to the nature of grid infrastructure, Moyo said the government is exploring models used in other countries, including the United States, where the State maintains control over transmission while allowing private investment in supporting infrastructure.