Batoka Gorge: A Defining Step Toward a Resilient, Renewable Energy Future

Batoka Gorge Hydro-Electric Scheme: Powering a Resilient Energy Future

Zambia and Zimbabwe are advancing the Batoka Gorge Hydro-Electric Scheme, a transformative 2,400MW renewable energy project on the Zambezi River — redefining climate resilience, regional cooperation, and long-term power security.

Batoka Gorge, Clean Energy Innovation, and Zimbabwe’s Renewable Future

A Shared Vision for Progress

Developed jointly by Zambia and Zimbabwe through the Zambezi River Authority, the Batoka Gorge project reflects a powerful commitment to regional collaboration. Each country will receive 1,200MW, strengthening national grids while supporting the Southern African Power Pool.

Batoka Gorge is more than infrastructure — it is a symbol of shared responsibility and collective growth.

Strengthening Energy Security

As energy demand rises across Southern Africa, Batoka Gorge will provide large-scale, low-carbon baseload power capable of supporting industry, commerce, and households while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

Stable electricity supply is the foundation of economic growth, job creation, and social development.

Designed for Climate Resilience

Unlike traditional dams, Batoka Gorge is designed as a run-of-river facility, minimizing environmental impact while optimizing water use. Integrated river basin management ensures compatibility with existing assets like Kariba Dam.

Climate-smart energy infrastructure is critical in a future shaped by variability and change.

Hydro and Solar: A Powerful Combination

Hydropower and solar energy work best together. While hydro delivers stable baseload capacity, solar provides rapid, scalable generation during peak daylight hours — easing grid pressure and improving overall system reliability.

A diversified renewable mix is the smartest path to true energy independence.

The Sona Solar Zimbabwe Perspective

At Sona Solar Zimbabwe, we welcome the advancement of the Batoka Gorge project as a milestone in the nation’s clean energy journey. While large-scale hydro strengthens the grid, solar energy remains essential for businesses, homes, schools, and off-grid communities.

Together, projects like Batoka Gorge and distributed solar solutions form a resilient, future-ready energy ecosystem — one that empowers people, supports growth, and protects our planet.

The future of Zimbabwe’s energy is renewable, diversified, and proudly African.


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