On November 26, 2025, the vibrant city of Livingstone, Zambia, hosted the much-anticipated three day Zimbabwe-Zambia Energy Projects Summit, an essential gathering aimed at investing in and developing energy solutions for both nations. The keynote speech was delivered by Hon. Credo Nanjuwa, the Provincial Minister of Southern Province, who emphasized the critical nature of collaboration between Zimbabwe and Zambia in the energy sector.
In his address, Hon. Nanjuwa welcomed esteemed delegates, including government officials, industry captains, and representatives from international financial institutions. He highlighted the significance of the summit, stating, “Your presence affirms the importance of this summit as a regional platform for investment, innovation, and strategic collaboration.”
The minister underscored the long-standing ties between the two countries, referencing their shared historical, economic, and infrastructural connections. He noted that the current energy challenges necessitate urgent action, saying, “Zambia and Zimbabwe are currently experiencing power supply deficits that have negatively impacted households, businesses, and the economy at large.”
The theme for this year, “Mines and Energy: How Stakeholders Have Fast-Tracked Private Sector Projects to Become Africa’s Top Investment Destination,” reflects a renewed commitment to collaboration and investment in energy infrastructure. Hon. Nanjuwa urged participants not to let this summit become a mere “talk show,” emphasizing, “Our citizens, our industries, and our economies need results, not empty promises.”
He laid out concrete expectations for the summit, highlighting the need for practical solutions such as enhanced energy security, diversified power generation, and strengthened transmission interconnectors. “This is the commitment I ask of every participant here,” he declared, urging attendees to focus on securing investments that would benefit both nations’ economies.
Hon. Nanjuwa also provided an update on Zambia’s commitment to energy sector reform. “In 2025 alone, the Energy Regulation Board has approved 29 license applications and 12 construction permits across the petroleum, electricity, and renewable energy sub-sectors,” he announced, representing a combined investment pledge of K6 billion. This progress underscores Zambia’s favorable regulatory environment and commitment to sustainable energy development.
In closing, he expressed gratitude to EnergyNet, sponsors, and all participants for their role in making the summit a success. “Your contributions make this summit the premier annual destination for energy investment dialogue in Southern Africa,” he stated, encouraging attendees to embrace the tourism offerings of Livingstone and carry the spirit of partnership back to their home countries.
With this, Hon. Nanjuwa officially opened the 2025 Zimbabwe-Zambia Energy Projects Summit, a critical step towards fostering lasting investments and partnerships to ensure a sustainable energy future for both nations. “May this summit deliver tangible results, catalytic investments, and lasting partnerships for our two nations,” he concluded.
The proceedings of the summit promise to shape the future of energy in Southern Africa, uniting stakeholders in a common goal of securing a prosperous and sustainable energy landscape.
