Zambia has approved the construction of the Tanzania–Zambia Multi-Products Pipeline and the Namibia–Zambia Refined Petroleum and Natural Gas Pipeline under a Public-Private Partnership arrangement, Hon. Cornelius Mweetwa, Minister for Information and Media, revealed in a statement following a Cabinet meeting held at State House on Wednesday.
The move is aimed at transforming Zambia’s petroleum infrastructure.
According to Mr. Mweetwa, the projects will provide alternative sources of petroleum products and strengthen the country’s supply chain.
He explained that with national fuel consumption projected to reach approximately 3.7 million tonnes annually by 2030, the new pipelines are designed to meet rising demand, reduce costs, and stabilize petroleum prices.
Mr. Mweetwa added that the development will enhance supply security and position Zambia as an emerging regional energy hub while supporting long-term economic growth.
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