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Zimbabwe is set to launch a 600MW floating solar project on Lake Kariba in 2026, aimed at reducing dependence on aging hydroelectric infrastructure amid declining water levels. The initiative, led by Green Hybrid Power Private Limited and supported by a $4.4 million feasibility fund from the African Export-Import Bank, is expected to significantly cut carbon emissions and alleviate chronic electricity shortages, with potential economic benefits of up to $4.7 billion. Community engagement and effective governance will be crucial for the project's success.