Zambia’s Energy Minister, Makozo Chikote, has invited UK-based Echo Eight Investments Limited to establish clean energy operations in Zambia
This is part of the urgent efforts to end load-shedding and achieve energy security by December 2025.
Speaking at Zambia House in London, Mr. Chikote has welcomed Echo Eight’s proposal to deploy up to 5,000 megawatts of renewable energy within six months of receiving approvals, emphasizing Zambia’s need for investors capable of delivering rapid results.
The minister said Zambia’s long-term energy target of 9,000 megawatts reflects the country’s ambition to become a regional power hub, supported by new interconnector projects.
Meanwhile, Echo Eight founder David Green has assured the minister that his company, backed by immediate capital is ready to install solar, hybrid, and advanced energy storage systems.
Mr. Green has highlighted that the projects would incorporate Echo Eight’s patented 3D solar technologies and rooftop wind units.
By Prudence Chota
