NEW: RioZim still keen on 2 800MW power plant  

Online Reporter 

RIOZIM LIMITED says it is in discussions with various stakeholders, including Government, on the establishment of a 2 800-megawatt (MW) thermal power plant in Gokwe North.

The company considers the project as central to its energy business.

“The company is in discussions with various stakeholders, including various arms of Government, on a potential mutually beneficial arrangement on the implementation of this multi-million-dollar project,” said RioZim chairperson Mr Saleem Beebeejaun in the company’s half-year financials to June 30, 2022.

Meanwhile, the company is currently establishing a 178MW solar project.