Zambia’s commercial and industrial sectors are at a critical turning point. As businesses across the country grapple with unreliable grid power and increasing energy costs, a transformative opportunity is emerging. The C&I Energy & Storage Summit Zambia 2025 (http://apo-opa.co/3GDVh5F), taking place on 27–28 August in at The Pamodzi Hotel in Lusaka, invites Zambia’s leading private-sector energy users to apply for its exclusive Hosted Buyer Programme — a tailored initiative designed to connect large energy consumers with the technology, financing, and partnerships needed to secure reliable, clean power. The summit offers a powerful platform for strategic engagement between business, government, and solution providers.
Why Apply for the Hosted Buyer Programme?
The Hosted Buyer Programme is a premium, no-cost opportunity designed specifically for commercial and industrial (C&I) organisations in Zambia looking to future-proof their operations through energy independence.
Successful applicants receive:
- Full Access Pass to both days of the summit, including keynotes, panels, and masterclasses.
- Curated 1:1 Matchmaking with developers and technology providers in solar, hydro, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
- Facilitated Introductions to leading financiers and project developers ready to partner on viable energy solutions.
- 10% Discount for additional team members to maximise company-wide learning and engagement.
Whether you’re exploring embedded generation, considering power purchase agreements (PPAs), or ready to implement energy storage, the Hosted Buyer Programme gives you direct access to practical guidance and strategic connections to move your energy project forward.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for large energy-using businesses in manufacturing, mining, agriculture, retail, and logistics; project owners exploring clean energy options; and companies ready to implement private power solutions.
Apply now for the Hosted Buyer Programme: https://apo-opa.co/4o2P6Zr
Backed by Industry Leaders
The summit brings together an influential advisory board and speaker line-up featuring leading voices from Zambia’s energy ecosystem — including the Energy Regulation Board, Zambia Development Agency, Africa GreenCo, Standard Bank, and the Proudly Zambian Campaign. They’re joined by dynamic speakers from across the continent, such as representatives from Kenya Power, ENGIE Energy Access, and the Pan African Chamber of Commerce and Industry. All will be offering insights, case studies, and solutions tailored to Zambia’s energy reality. With even more powerful voices to be announced, this is a must-attend event for anyone committed to driving energy transformation in the region.
This year’s event is proudly supported by a network of sponsors and partners dedicated to advancing energy resilience across the continent. EnerJ, a leader in clean energy development, joins as Gold Sponsor, while global engineering and infrastructure players WEG and Vertiv participate as Bronze Sponsors.
The summit is also supported by influential Media Partners, including ESI Africa, Engineering News, EngineerIT, Global Africa Network, Green Economy Journal, Media Xpose, RDJ Publishing, and Happening News, who will bring post-event coverage and insights to a broader African audience.
Further strengthening the platform are Association Partners such as the Pan-African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PACCI) and the Zambian Association of Manufacturers, alongside Industry Partners like the Zambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ZACCI), the Africa Solar Industry Association (AFSIA), and the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) — all reinforcing the summit’s commitment to inclusive growth and industrial sustainability.
Zambia’s energy future is being written now — and your organisation can be part of the solution.
Download the programme: https://apo-opa.co/3GZ3UaU
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of VUKA Group.
Contact:
For sponsorship or hosted buyer enquiries, contact Marcel du Toit: marcel.dutoit@wearevka.com
For speaking opportunities, contact Babalwa Bungane: babalwa.bungane@wearevuka.com
About VUKA Group:
As part of the Power and Energy Portfolio of VUKA Group (https://WeAreVUKA.com), this Summit aligns with VUKA’s mission to connect industries, spark innovation, and fuel economic growth. VUKA Group is a premier organiser of conferences, exhibitions, and events across Africa, delivering tailored platforms for networking, knowledge sharing, and business development in energy and related sectors.
