Sector : Energy

Description : Hydroelectric plant with a capacity of 1,600 MW to enable export of electricity

Countries :  Zambia/Zimbabwe, Zambezi basin

RECs : COMESA/EAC 

Results (2013-2015) : 

• Potential Contract type: Build, Operate, Transfer or PPP structure where both government and private are involved from the start - SPV.

• Planned commencement year for construction: 2015.

• Expected construction duration: 6 years.

• Debt – Equity ratio: 70 – 30.

• MoU was signed between Zambia and Zimbabwe in 2012, and the project should be fully implemented in a 5-6 year period. Tender is out for new feasibility studies including, social and environmental impact Assessment. Market Study completed; EIA completed and detailed feasibility techno economical completed.