Zimbabweans face severe electricity shortages throughout March because the national power company plans maintenance work on two units at Hwange Power Station. Daily power interruptions may last several hours across numerous areas.
Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority announced weekend plans to shut down essential generation equipment at this important thermal facility. According to their statement, Unit 7 requires Class B maintenance procedures from March 2 until March 29, 2025. This follows the January completion of Class C maintenance on Hwange Unit 8.
The company explained that Unit 6 must undergo statutory maintenance starting March 15 and continuing through May 14, 2025. ZESA describes these repairs as necessary preparation for meeting increased electricity demands during winter months. Officials characterize the maintenance schedule as part of their forward-thinking strategy to maintain reliable electricity production nationwide.
Despite a temporary reduction in generation capacity, the utility promises mitigation strategies to reduce the severity of the blackout. They plan careful management of hydroelectric output from Kariba dam during low supply periods. Engineers will adjust production levels when possible but must balance immediate needs against conserving water resources for future electricity generation.
ZESA representatives emphasize their dedication to maintaining dependable power distribution through strategic infrastructure maintenance. Zimbabwe has experienced ongoing electricity production difficulties for decades because of aging equipment at both hydroelectric facilities and coal-fired plants. These latest maintenance requirements highlight the continuing challenges facing the national energy grid.
Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority announced weekend plans to shut down essential generation equipment at this important thermal facility. According to their statement, Unit 7 requires Class B maintenance procedures from March 2 until March 29, 2025. This follows the January completion of Class C maintenance on Hwange Unit 8.
The company explained that Unit 6 must undergo statutory maintenance starting March 15 and continuing through May 14, 2025. ZESA describes these repairs as necessary preparation for meeting increased electricity demands during winter months. Officials characterize the maintenance schedule as part of their forward-thinking strategy to maintain reliable electricity production nationwide.
Despite a temporary reduction in generation capacity, the utility promises mitigation strategies to reduce the severity of the blackout. They plan careful management of hydroelectric output from Kariba dam during low supply periods. Engineers will adjust production levels when possible but must balance immediate needs against conserving water resources for future electricity generation.
ZESA representatives emphasize their dedication to maintaining dependable power distribution through strategic infrastructure maintenance. Zimbabwe has experienced ongoing electricity production difficulties for decades because of aging equipment at both hydroelectric facilities and coal-fired plants. These latest maintenance requirements highlight the continuing challenges facing the national energy grid.
