Zambia, Zimbabwe to retender $5bn Batoka hydropower plant
Water levels at Kariba, which straddles Zambia and Zimbabwe, are expected to keep receding due to poor rainfall, Munodawafa said, although he ruled out decommissioning the dam.
By Bloomberg News
Mar. 26, 2024
Zim faces crippling power outages... as Kariba water level drops
The country has been witnessing extended periods of load shedding in recent days.
By Obert Siamilandu
Mar. 8, 2024
Staying the course.
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By Newsday
Jan. 1, 2024
Excavation work on Kariba Dam complete
In total, about 750 000 tonnes of rock have been excavated coupled with the stabilisation of 20 000m² of slopes using anchors and shot-crete.
By Obert Siamilandu
Dec. 27, 2023
El Nino effect puts pressure on Kariba Dam power generation
The below normal rainfall could affect inflows into Kariba Dam, which produces two-thirds of the country’s electricity.
By Sydney Kawadza
Oct. 27, 2023
Kariba rehab delays worry funders
The project is being funded by the European Union, World Bank, African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Swedish government.
By Sydney Kawadza
Oct. 16, 2023
Seasoned civil servant, engineer Mpala dies
Mpala began his working career in Zambia before moving to Zimbabwe where he became Water Development deputy permanent secretary.
By Brent Shamu
Sep. 8, 2023
Zimbabwe and Zambia in joint management of Vic Falls
Speaking at the meeting, Tourism and Hospitality Industry minister Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndhlovu hailed joint efforts to protect and develop the site.
By Sydney Kawadza
Jun. 23, 2023
‘Kariba Dam wall rehab to boost tourism’
The project involves reshaping of the plunge pool and refurbishment of the spillway gates.
By Obert Siamilandu
May. 19, 2023