Zesa announces reduction in load shedding

Audrey Galawu

Zesa Holdings has announced a reduction in load shedding in response to the rising domestic power generation capacity as a result of implementation of various measures and stabilisation of performance of the Hwange Unit 7.

In a cautionary statement, Zesa said the Unit, which is undergoing commissioning tests and has been able to supply a full load of 300MW to the grid in some instances.

“Zesa Holdings is pleased to advise its valued stakeholders of the improved power supply situation in the country, which has led to reduced incidences of load curtaining to most of our customer segments.

“Barring unforeseen technical challenges, we expect the electricity supply situation to continuously improve as we ramp up generation at the Hwange Power Station. Likewise, a lot of technical processes are ongoing in preparation of the impending synchronisation of the Hwange Unit 8 which will add 300MW to the grid.

“Furthermore, we have been engaging with the Zambezi River Authority for more water allocation and we can confirm that we have been allowed to increase generation for limited periods.”

Zesa has also warned of disruption on the power token purchase system.

“Pursuant to our notice of April 19, 2023, we wish to remind our valued clients that the prepaid token purchase system will be unavailable from May 5, 2023 at 16:30 hours to May 6, 2023, at 00:00 hours to allow for scheduled major system maintenance.

“Clients are advised to make arrangements to purchase sufficient electricity tokens to sustain them during the service disruption period.

“We would like to sincerely apologise to all our valued stakeholders for any inconveniences caused and assure that the utility remains alive to the need to guarantee power supply to the nation, and will harness all measures to mitigate the power deficit challenges, increase capacity and improve service delivery,” Zesa said.