The Zimbabwean government has announced plans to launch a nationwide solarisation project aimed at powering rural communities and promoting sustainable development.
The project, as outlined by Information Minister Jenfan Muswere in a post-cabinet briefing, is a key component of the government’s Rural Development 8.0 Strategy.
The Presidential solarisation project will involve the installation of solar systems in rural households across the country.
The systems will provide electricity for domestic use, powering appliances such as lights, radios, and televisions.
“Each rural household will be equipped with a solar system which will power electrical appliances while the solar-powered water system will use a submersible pump that will enhance agricultural productivity and food security,” Muswere said.
The government believes that the project will have significant benefits for rural communities. Through expanding access to electricity and water, it will improve livelihoods, enhance food security, and create opportunities for rural industrialisation.
Furthermore, the use of renewable energy sources will help to reduce Zimbabwe’s reliance on fossil fuels and mitigate the impacts of climate change.
The project is expected to be implemented in remote areas that lack extensive grid infrastructure, making it a crucial step towards achieving universal access to electricity in Zimbabwe.
The government has not yet provided a timeline for the project’s implementation or the total cost involved.
