Zambia has launched construction of the US $80 million, 100 MW Siavonga solar project.The project is being developed by JIGSCO Energy, a joint venture of ZESCO and Jigsaw Investments. Power China has been appointed engineering, procurement and construction contractor for the Siavonga project delivery. The plant aligns with Zambia’s Integrated Resource Plan and National Energy Policy 2019 frameworks nationally. Commercial operations are scheduled for December 2026, supporting grid stability, jobs, skills transfer, economic activity. The project seeks to strengthen national power supply and reduce hydropower dependence amid climate variability.