The government through the Energy and Regulatory Board (ERB) has announced new fuel pump prices for the month of January.
In a press statement, ERB announced that it has revised downwards the pump prices of diesel, kerosene, and Jet A-1 fuel for the month of January 2026, while petrol prices have been maintained.
In other news, as 2025 comes to an end, the ERB reflects on a year marked by strong regulatory reforms, enhanced stakeholder collaboration, and steady progress in strengthening Zambia’s energy sector.
Despite ongoing supply challenges, the Board implemented key policy measures, approved major investments, and introduced reforms aimed at improving energy security, affordability, and sustainability for consumers across the country.
Key Highlights from ERB in 2025
✅In February 2025, the Electricity Open Access Framework was launched, allowing private sector players to access transmission and distribution networks and promoting competition in the electricity market.
✅In October 2025, ERB approved the removal of emergency electricity tariffs, resulting in a 46% reduction in the highest residential tariff, from K6.39/kWh to K3.45/kWh, effective 1 November 2025.
✅The Net Metering Programme continued to expand, with 280 active prosumers generating renewable energy and exporting 2,207 MWh of electricity to the national grid by the third quarter of 2025.
✅Between January and November 2025, ERB approved 60 Power Purchase Agreements and 16 Power Supply Agreements, supporting electricity supply and ongoing sector reforms.
✅The introduction of Open Access on the TAZAMA Pipeline in April 2025 increased competition and led to a reduction in diesel pump prices of about 30%, from K32.54 per litre in March 2025 to K23.13 per litre by July 2025.
✅ERB strengthened fuel quality monitoring through the Fuel Marking Programme, achieving a 91.8% compliance rate and marking over 2.4 million cubic metres of fuel for the domestic market.
✅During 2025, ERB issued 474 licences and 100 construction permits, representing ZMW 67.2 billion in pledged investments aimed at addressing the electricity deficit and strengthening national fuel security.
✅A total of 1,545 MW of new power projects were approved across the country, including solar, thermal, coal, bagasse, and emergency diesel generation.
✅ERB exceeded its non-tax revenue target by collecting ZMW 777 million in licence fees, which was 22% above the set target, contributing to national development.
✅Throughout the year, ERB handled 450 consumer complaints and resolved 80.4% of them, reinforcing its commitment to protecting consumer interests.