Victoria Falls — 108 MW Hydroelectric

Victoria Falls is a 108 MW hydroelectric power plant located in Zambia, operated by ZESCO. The plant harnesses the energy of flowing water to generate electricity, contributing to Zambia’s renewable energy capacity.

It is the 4th largest hydro plant in Zambia. With 108 MW, it represents 5% of the country’s total hydro capacity of 2,160 MW. Zambia has 5 hydro plants with a combined capacity of 2,160 MW. Compared to the country’s largest hydro plant, Kafue Gorge at 990 MW, this facility is approximately one-ninth the size.

Hydropower is a vital component of Zambia’s energy mix, supplying around 80% of the country’s electricity generation. The Victoria Falls plant utilizes the Zambezi River’s flow, which is crucial for energy production in the region. It is situated approximately 80 km from Lusaka, the capital city, in the Southern Province.