The International Growth Centre (IGC) and Zambia’s Ministry of Energy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand a strategic partnership focused on strengthening evidence-based policymaking in the energy sector.
Zambia’s Energy Ministry and IGC partner to strengthen energy policy
Zambia’s Energy Ministry and IGC signed an MoU to boost evidence-based policymaking, collaboration, and sustainable solutions for Zambia’s energy sector.
The International Growth Centre (IGC) and Zambia’s Ministry of Energy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand a strategic partnership focused on strengthening evidence-based policymaking in the energy sector.
The signing ceremony, held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Lusaka, brought together senior officials from both institutions to mark a shared commitment to sustainable energy solutions and collaborative research. Through the MoU, the partnership will help the Ministry harness innovative, data-driven interventions to address the country’s energy challenges.
Speaking at the event, the Permanent Secretary for Electricity in the Ministry of Energy, Eng. Arnold Simwaba, noted:
“We do not take this initiative for granted. The Lab [Zambia Evidence Lab] is important to the development of Zambia and we’re thankful to the IGC that you have chosen energy as a sector to work on, despite the many sectors in the government.”
He emphasised that his team is fully committed to implementing the MoU and expressed enthusiasm about the opportunities it creates for collaboration with energy institutions such as ZESCO and the Energy Regulation Board.
Shahrukh Wani, IGC Senior Country Manager, underlined the long-term vision behind the partnership, stating:
“This partnership is about building a lasting platform for learning and collaboration. Zambia’s energy sector faces both challenges and opportunities — from improving reliability and access, to supporting the transition to cleaner sources. By expanding this partnership, we can generate the evidence needed to support decisions that shape a more sustainable and resilient energy future.”
About the Ministry of Energy – Zambia
The Ministry of Energy is responsible for the formulation and implementation of energy policies in Zambia, including electricity, petroleum, and renewable energy.
About the International Growth Centre
The IGC works with policymakers in developing countries to promote sustainable growth through demand-led research. It is based at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and the University of Oxford.