Zambia’s electricity consumption soared to 15,470.6 GWh in 2025, according to the Energy Regulation Board (ERB) energy sector report, an unprecedented 48.2% jump from the previous year. This surge, driven largely by the mining, trade, and construction sectors, has reignited debate about the nation’s energy future and the need for further investment in power. The ERB report attributes the growth in electricity demand primarily to the mining sector, which nearly doubled its usage from 4,649 GWh in 2024 to 9,785 GWh in 2025. Trade and construction sectors also saw significant increases, while the transport and miscellaneous sectors experienced notable declines...
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