AFRY to update key studies for Batoka Gorge project, Zambia

AFRY has secured a contract from the Zambezi River Authority, the organisation jointly owned by Zambia and Zimbabwe, to update the feasibility study and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for the Batoka Gorge hydroelectric scheme.

The proposed plant, to be sited in the Batoka Gorge about 47km downstream of Victoria Falls, is planned to have an installed capacity of up to 2400MW.

“We are committed to advancing sustainable hydropower solutions utilising the potential of the Zambezi River. Hydropower is a cornerstone of the global energy transition, and we are delighted to be part of empowering communities with reliable, renewable energy solutions that stand the test of time,” said Ernst Zeller, Segment Head, Hydro at AFRY.

Under the contract, AFRY will review earlier studies and update them with detailed technical, economic, and operational analyses aimed at optimising the plant’s layout and operations. The work will include assessments of hydrology and climate change, installed capacity, reservoir operations, energy production, and the associated transmission system.

The assignment also covers updates to the environmental and social impact assessments, a review of the implementation schedule, and preparation of tender documents.

Source: AFRY to update key studies for Batoka Gorge project, Zambia (04/12/2025)