ZESA hunts for top executives after shakeup
Zimbabwe’s state power utility, ZESA, is recruiting top management—including a chief finance officer—following the group’s restructure into a consolidated integrated company.
Dairibord steps up solar investment, local supply to secure operations
Milk processor Dairibord Holdings is strengthening its investment in energy security and local supply chains as the food processor moves to reduce the impact of power disruptions on production.
Zimbabwe H1 fuel consumption rises 14.5% on strong diesel demand
Zimbabwe’s fuel consumption rose by 14.5 percent in the first half of 2026, driven mostly by higher diesel demand.
Insurance veteran Nduna appointed ZESA board chair
Veteran insurance executive Albert Nduna has been appointed board chairman of ZESA (Private) Limited, following a restructuring of the national power utility.
Oil and gas: ‘Everything favours Africa now’
The current geopolitical turmoil has put global supply of oil and gas under pressure, but it has also created an opportunity for Africa to develop its vast resources, establish itself as an alternative supplier, and become a net exporter.
Zimbabwe’s policy reforms draw investors into renewable energy
Tax incentives, net metering and other policy reforms are making Zimbabwe’s renewable energy sector increasingly attractive to investors, as the government steps up efforts to expand clean power generation and improve electricity security.
29 African currencies knocked down by Middle East war: AU,AfDB
At least 29 African currencies have weakened, according to a joint assessment by the African Union and the African Development Bank, amplifying the cost of servicing external debt and importing essential commodities such as food, fuel, and fertiliser.
Zim govt backs ZETDC-Vungu Solar project
The intervention follows the signing in January of a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) between Vungu Solar and ZETDC, a deal that secures a long-term buyer for the electricity generated and provides predictable revenue streams for financiers.