Story by Fungai Jachi
ZIMBABWE is participating in the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) in the United Arab Emirates, as the country moves to diversify its energy sources to ensure a reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy supply.
The conference, which opened on Wednesday, has brought together ministers from various countries and nearly 2 000 speakers from across the globe to deliberate on key developments shaping the global energy landscape.
Zimbabwe’s Minister of Energy and Power Development, Honourable July Moyo, took part in a high-level panel discussion where he highlighted the country’s efforts to strengthen energy security amid growing geopolitical challenges.
“We have discovered oil and gas in our country, and we hope that with investment from the Gulf region, we can begin extraction soon. We are also working on extending the Beira pipeline to Zambia, the DRC, Botswana, and eventually South Africa. In addressing climate change, we are increasing our renewable energy share from 7.8 percent to 24 percent in the next five years. Our people are still relying on firewood, and we want to change that,” he said.
This year’s summit is focusing on themes such as innovation, youth engagement, and global collaboration, all aimed at fostering a resilient and intelligent energy future.
Attention has also turned to reinforcing supply chains, particularly through securing critical minerals and addressing vulnerabilities exposed by recent global disruptions.
Minister Moyo’s participation underscores Zimbabwe’s commitment to international cooperation in the energy sector and its pursuit of sustainable, long-term energy solutions.
The outcomes of the conference are expected to shape global energy policies and contribute to a more secure and resilient energy future for all.
