Maamba Energy Limited (MEL) is one of Zambia’s largest Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and operates Zambia’s largest thermal power plant in Maamba, Sinazongwe district.
MEL is a subsidiary of Nava Bharat (Singapore) limited which holds a majority equity stake. The balance equity is held by ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc. of the Government of the Republic of Zambia undertaking.
In 2024, MEL broke ground for the construction of a 300 megawatts (MW) Phase II thermal power which doubled power output from the company to 600MW. The project will involve the construction of two 150MW thermal power plants a total cost of USD 450 million. The project will create 433 jobs and is set for completion in July 2026, 24 months after commencement.
