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What is the potential of solar power in Zimbabwe?

Solar power has enormous potential both in small scale, such as water heating or in larger scale such as in solar power plants. Small scale power generators are used all over the country to ease the situation. Apart from the Kariba Dam power station, hydropower in Zimbabwe has still a lot of potential, especially along the Zambezi river.

How much electricity does Zimbabwe generate?

Zimbabwe relies heavily on hydro-powered resources to generate electricity. As per the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Zimbabwe generated around 7 TWh of electricity in 2021 via hydro-powered resources, accounting for 58.2 % of the total electricity generated in the country.

How has Zimbabwe increased its power generation capacity in 2021?

The government of Zimbabwe has increased its focus on increasing power generation capacity by integrating renewables into the mix. As of 2021, the installed renewable energy capacity was 1,211 MW compared to 878 in 2015. The installed capacity in the country has increased by almost 38%.

What is Zimbabwe's energy demand?

Zimbabwe's increased economic activity in various sectors, including housing development and construction, has fueled a demand for energy and electricity demand in general. The Government of Zimbabwe estimates the surge in power demand to peak at 2000 MW in 2023, as compared to 1200 MW in 2021.