ZESCO abandons staggered 4 hours load management, reinstates eight of load shedding

ZESCO Limited has announced that it is reinstating an eight hour load shedding schedule to enhance stability and predictability in power management across Lusaka.

Company Spokesperson, Matongo Maumbi, said this was also due to valuable feedback from the customers.

Maumbi made the announcement in a statement issued in Lusaka on Sunday.

He said the decision followed challenges identified with the previous staggered schedule and that the Corporation was committed to refining its approach to better serve customers.

“The Corporation extends it gratitude to all ZESCO customers, including those in industrial, commercial, and agricultural sectors, for their patience and understanding as we implement these necessary adjustments,” Maumbi stated.

He added that ZESCO was continuously monitoring and refining the load shedding program to achieve an optimal balance between meeting the customers’ needs and managing the power resources efficiently.

Maumbi said even with scheduled blackouts, customers’ heavy reliance on appliances during available power can unintentionally drive up unit consumption.

“By implementing simple changes, customers can make a big difference. Let’s focus on using energy-efficient models for appliances like refrigerators, air conditioners, and washing machines,” he stated.

Maumbi advised that during ontimes, customers should avoid high-consumption activities like ironing clothes or using electric heaters for extended periods.

“These small adjustments can significantly reduce your overall unit usage, benefiting your wallet and helping to ease the strain on the national power grid during load shedding,” he said.

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