Speaker of the National Assembly, Nelly Mutti has described the commissioning of the one megawatt solar photovoltaic plant at Parliament Buildings as a major milestone in promoting sustainable energy and institutional resilience.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Dr Mutti said the project demonstrates Parliament’s commitment to addressing emerging national and global energy challenges while supporting the government’s aspirations under the Eighth National Development Plan and Vision 2030.
She noted that Zambia continues to face energy challenges due to increased electricity demand, climate-related pressures, and constrained power supply, adding that the solar PV plant forms part of the broader national response aimed at enhancing energy security and promoting alternative and sustainable energy sources.
Dr Mutti said the initiative is in line with Cabinet Circular Number 13, which directs public institutions to install solar power systems and other alternative energy sources in order to reduce dependence on the national grid.
Dr Mutti explained that the solar plant will help supplement power requirements for Parliament Buildings and surrounding communities, while enhancing operational continuity and reducing dependence on conventional electricity sources.
She further disclosed that any surplus power generated from the plant will be fed back into the national grid, describing the move as an additional contribution towards the country’s energy security and sustainability efforts.
Dr Mutti also said the project aligns with the National Assembly of Zambia’s Strategic Plan 2022–2026, particularly under Pillar Three on Administrative Service Delivery, which seeks to improve institutional efficiency and resilience through infrastructure development.
Speaking at the same event, Head of the Presidential Delivery Unit, Kusobile Kamwambi said the project demonstrates the government’s commitment to addressing energy challenges through investment in alternative and renewable energy sources.
Earlier, the Ministry of Energy, Permanent Secretary for Electricity, Arnold Simwaba reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to supporting initiatives that expand access to clean energy.
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