Wed, 21 Feb 2018 13:10:30 +0000 By CHIPAMBESO KASESE OVER the years, electricity tariff adjustments by the Energy Regulation Board (ERB) have tended to attract sharp reactions from electricity consumers and the public. Regular comments include: “as consumers we were not involved in the process;” “whenever ZESCO apply for electricity tariff adjustment, they are always approved.” It could be argued that many electricity consumers are not clear on the important role (guaranteed by law) they can play in the tariff setting process. Therefore, this article will focus on the tariff setting and approval process for electricity in Zambia. The article will also address some common misconceptions associated with electricity tariffs. The Legal Basis for Tariff Review The ERB is mandated to review electricity tariffs by the Electricity Act, Cap 433 Section 8 of the Laws of Zambia, which among other things outlines the following: Subsection (2) If an operator of an undertaking that supplies electricity […]
An Overview of the Electricity Tariff Approval Process in Zambia
