THE Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has extended Zesco’s emergency electricity tariffs for an additional three months, from May 1 to July 31, 2025. In a statement, Thursday, ERB Board Chairperson James Banda said the board decided to extend Zesco’s emergency tariffs because the cause that led to the declaration of emergency tariffs still existed. “Pursuant to Section 18 of the Electricity Act No. 11 of 2019, the Energy Regulation Board (ERB) on 12th April 2024 declared an Emergency on ZESCO Limited’s inability to meet national electricity demand due to reduced water levels in major water reservoirs arising from the prolonged drought situation over Southern Africa. Premised on the declared emergency, the ERB in October 2024, approved ZESCO’s application for an...