Africa’s investment edge: mining and energy fast-track private sector partnerships
As Zambia and Zimbabwe look to redefine its energy trajectory, the Zimbabwe–Zambia Energy Project Summit 2025 arrives at a pivotal moment to accelerate investment in renewable energy and power infrastructure in Zambia. As the country continues to pursue ambitious goals around energy security, regional power trading, and renewable energy expansion, collaboration between public and private sector players has never been more critical.
FNB Zambia’s participation at the summit reflects our strong commitment to being a strategic partner in unlocking investment, innovation, and sustainable growth in the energy space.
Energy remains one of FNB Zambia’s key focus sectors as it is central to mining, manufacturing, agriculture, and SME growth. Stable and expanded power generation is therefore essential for long-term economic competitiveness.
As Zambia pursues a diversified, resilient and inclusive energy future, financing of power projects must move beyond traditional funding models to explore green capital, risk aware lending, and partnerships that bridge sustainability with economic growth. Balancing energy deficits, industrial demand, and climate resilience is the only way to turn the megawatt ambitions into real power on the grid.
Zambia’s energy transformation is underway, but the pace of progress will depend on how institutions act today. The pathway to resilient, sustainable growth requires more than technology or policy – it requires partnership, innovative finance, and a shared commitment to unlocking opportunity for all.
The Zimbabwe–Zambia Energy Project Summit provides a critical platform for dialogue, knowledge sharing, and collaboration around energy development. By participating in these regional forums, FNB Zambia ensures that we remain aligned with the evolving needs of the sector while strengthening partnerships with governments, DFIs, EPC contractors, and private sector stakeholders.
At FNB Zambia, we believe that meaningful growth in the energy sector requires strong partnerships grounded in innovation, transparency, and shared value. Our objective is to continue enabling sustainable investments that strengthen Zambia’s capacity to meet rising domestic demand while contributing to regional energy security.