Unlocking Power Investment in Zambia

At the high-level IPP Session during the Invest-Zambia International Conference, Limbikani Lungu, Finance Manager at Northwestern Energy Corporation Ltd (NWEC), outlined ambitious opportunities for capital injection into Zambia’s energy infrastructure.

On Friday 18th July 2025, at the high-level IPP Session during the Invest-Zambia International Conference, Limbikani Lungu, Finance Manager at Northwestern Energy Corporation Ltd (NWEC), outlined ambitious opportunities for capital injection into Zambia’s energy infrastructure.
NWEC is seeking strategic investments in:
• Equity participation – USD 20 million
• Expansion of distribution networks – USD 20 million
• Distribution concession projects – USD 30 million
• New generation capacity – USD 50 million

These projects are designed to enhance energy access, grid reliability and private sector participation in Zambia’s power market.
NWEC’s pitch contributes to Zambia’s broader effort to attract Independent Power Producers (IPPs), financiers and development partners committed to advancing sustainable energy solutions through Public-Private Partnerships.