Livingstone is set to host the third edition of the Zimbabwe-Zambia Energy Projects Summit, aimed at attracting investment and accelerating the implementation of energy projects in the two countries. The summit, scheduled to take place from November 3 to 5, 2026, at the…

Livingstone is set to host the third edition of the Zimbabwe-Zambia Energy Projects Summit, aimed at attracting investment and accelerating the implementation of energy projects in the two countries.

The summit, scheduled to take place from November 3 to 5, 2026, at the Radisson Blu Mosi-Oa-Tunya Hotel, will bring together government officials, investors, financiers and energy sector stakeholders from Zambia and Zimbabwe.

The organisers of the summit, the meeting will be held under the theme “Celebrating How Zambia and Zimbabwe Have Unlocked FDI Through Connectivity, Credibility and Cooperation.”

The summit will focus on strengthening regional energy cooperation, attracting foreign direct investment and promoting the development of reliable electricity infrastructure to support mining and industrial activities.

Energy Net Group Deputy Director for Africa, Abdoulaye Sylla, says Zambia and Zimbabwe are at a critical stage in their energy development, requiring increased investment in alternative sources of electricity.

Mr Sylla says there is an urgent need for the two countries to diversify their energy generation away from climate-vulnerable hydropower towards solar and hybrid energy solutions.

He says regulatory reforms aimed at promoting private-sector participation have positioned the two countries as attractive destinations for energy investment.

Mr Sylla has further called for accelerated implementation of energy projects and the development of cross-border electricity infrastructure.

Meanwhile, Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking Head of Project Finance in Energy and Infrastructure, Sherrill Byrne, says regional integration is key to unlocking Africa’s renewable energy potential.

Ms Byrne says strengthening cross-border electricity transmission networks will enable countries to share energy resources and improve electricity supply across the region.

She adds that coordinated energy markets and infrastructure development will help attract long-term investment and promote economic growth.

The summit is expected to discuss major energy and mining projects, including the Lumwana Super Pit, Kansanshi S3 expansion, Chisamba Solar and Kariba Floating Solar projects.

Among the high-profile delegates expected to participate are Zimbabwe’s Minister of Energy and Power Development, July Moyo, Zambia’s Minister of Green Economy and Environment, Gilbert Siame, and Ministry of Energy Permanent Secretary responsible for Electricity, Arnold Simwamba.

The summit will also examine opportunities for strengthening electricity transm