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Trust Freddy
Herald Correspondent
Energy and Power Development Minister, July Moyo, on Tuesday positioned Zimbabwe as an active participant in the global energy transition, using the world’s foremost industry platform, the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2025, to champion the nation’s urgent energy diversification agenda.
The conference, which opened on Monday, will run until Thursday with over 205 000 attendees, running under the theme, “Smart Energy for Accelerated Progress”. This comes as nations globally struggle to meet rising power demands and transition toward cleaner technologies.
Minister Moyo participated in a key ministerial leadership roundtable on “Strengthening Energy Security and Resilience Through Diversification.”
Speaking shortly after the opening session, Minister Moyo reiterated the country’s commitment to secure its energy future through strategic partnerships and technology – driven solutions.
“Energy security is not just a domestic concern; it’s a shared global challenge,” Minister Moyo said.
“Zimbabwe is actively diversifying its energy mix, investing in renewables, modernising infrastructure, and strengthening regional cooperation to ensure stability and sustainability in power supply.”
He added that Zimbabwe’s participation at ADIPEC reflects its commitment to learn from global innovators and to attract investments into renewable energy, grid modernisation, and clean fuel development.
“Our goal is to build a resilient energy system that powers growth and improves the quality of life for every Zimbabwean,” Minister Moyo added. “Through innovation and collaboration, we can turn our challenges into opportunities.”
The minister noted that energy diversification through solar, hydro, and emerging technologies such as green hydrogen is central to Zimbabwe’s strategy.
He emphasised the importance of securing critical minerals for energy transition technologies and strengthening supply chains to withstand global shocks.
The 2025 edition features over 2 250 exhibitors across 17 halls and four specialised zones covering artificial intelligence and digital transformation, decarbonisation, maritime and logistics, and a new chemicals and low-carbon solutions area.
Later in the week, Minister Moyo will also take part in another high-level panel discussion titled “Global Shifts: Navigating an Era of Diverging Priorities”.
