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Zambia plans to stop importing electricity by 2027, according to Energy Minister Makozo Chikote. Currently, the country imports 511 megawatts to supplement domestic generation due to drought affecting hydropower capacity.

The government is investing in coal, solar, and biomass projects to diversify energy sources and stabilize supply. Chikote noted that reforms have improved electricity availability, with projects underway to ensure long-term energy security.