THE Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved 42 licences and five construction permits, recording a total investment pledge of K608 million towards energy services delivery and infrastructure development. In a statement, Thursday, ERB Public Relations Manager Namukolo Kasumpa said the approvals cover the electricity, renewable energy and downstream petroleum subsectors. “The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved 42 licences, five construction permits and various amendments to licences, recording a total investment pledge of ZMW 608 million (US$30.4 million) towards energy services delivery and infrastructure development. The approvals cover electricity, renewable energy and downstream petroleum subsectors, signalling broad-based expansion across Zambia’s energy value chain. Granted during the ERB Licensing Committee meeting held on 15th May 2026, these approvals highlight sustained investor...