Zambia signs PPA for a 100 MW hybrid wind and solar project

A power purchase agreement (PPA) has been signed between China’s DZGM Energy Resources and Zambia’s state-owned Zesco for the development of a 100 MW hybrid wind and solar project, expected to take shape within 6 months (Zambian Ministry of Energy press release, 28/03/2026). “DZGM said the investment responds to the Presidential call for increased private sector participation in the energy sector, reaffirming its commitment to timely delivery in partnership with Zesco”, according to the government’s statement.