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Zambia · Southern Africa · Est. 2025

Powering
Africa's
Future

Global Core Energy is developing Zambia's most significant private power infrastructure — a 600 MW coal-fired thermal power plant, backed by fully integrated coal mining operations in Sinazongwe District.

Project Highlights — Sinazongwe, Southern Province
600
Megawatts Capacity
$700M
USD Investment
500+
Jobs Created
2025
Year Founded
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Powering Zambia's
Tomorrow

Incorporated on 21 October 2025, Global Core Energy Company Limited was established with a clear mandate: to address Zambia's critical electricity deficit through world-class thermal power generation, fully supported by integrated coal mining operations.

"Strategically positioned to contribute to Zambia's long-term energy security and economic development."

Our flagship project represents a landmark $700 million infrastructure commitment — delivering reliable baseload power to Zambia's national grid while driving industrial growth across Southern Africa.

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600
Megawatts Capacity
$700M
USD Investment
440
Zambian Employees
2025
Year Incorporated
What We Do

Three Integrated Pillars

Vertically integrated energy — from coal at the source to power delivered across Zambia's national grid.

01
Electric Power Generation

A 600MW coal-fired thermal power plant delivering reliable, large-scale baseload electricity — the backbone of Zambia's growing industrial and residential energy needs.

02
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Transmission & Distribution

Power supplied directly to Zambia's national electricity grid for distribution to mines, industry, commerce, and residential consumers throughout the region.

03
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Coal Mining Operations

Integrated coal mining operations serving as the primary feedstock for the thermal plant — ensuring long-term fuel security and full supply chain independence.

SINAZONGWE Project Site ZAMBIA SOUTHERN PROVINCE
Project Location
Project Location

Sinazongwe
District

Strategically positioned in Zambia's coal-rich Southern Province — offering unmatched infrastructure, resource access, and grid connectivity.

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Major Transport Infrastructure
Direct access to road and rail networks essential for construction logistics and plant operations.
Proximity to Power Demand Centres
Near major industrial and mining consumers, minimising transmission losses and grid connection costs.
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Vast Coal Reserves
Extensive local coal deposits enable fully integrated on-site mining and power generation.
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SAPP Strategic Corridor
Positioned within the Southern Province economic corridor with export potential into the SAPP network.
Human Capital

Building
Zambia's Workforce

500 direct jobs created — prioritising Zambian nationals while building technical expertise in thermal power plant engineering and operations.

Through structured training, engineering programmes, and skills transfer initiatives, Global Core Energy is committed to developing lasting human capital within Zambia's energy sector for generations to come.

500
Direct Jobs Created
440 Zambian nationals
60 international specialists
Operatives406
Technical Staff60
Other Staff20
Management14

Core Values

The principles that guide every decision, every operation, and every relationship at Global Core Energy.

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Integrity
Transparency, accountability and ethical standards in all operations and stakeholder relationships.
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Sustainability
Responsible energy production in full compliance with environmental and regulatory standards.
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Innovation
Adopting modern technologies and efficient operational practices for superior performance.
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Safety
Prioritising the safety and wellbeing of every employee, community and stakeholder we serve.
Excellence
Delivering reliable energy solutions through unwavering operational quality and commitment.

The Zambia
Opportunity

Zambia's energy demand is growing faster than supply. GCE is strategically positioned to fill a critical gap in national power infrastructure.

01
Rising electricity demand from Zambia's rapidly expanding mining sector
02
Accelerating industrial expansion requiring reliable, consistent baseload power
03
Power export opportunities within the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP)
04
Government incentives aligned with national energy diversification strategy
05
Reducing hydroelectric dependence amid increasing climate variability
 

 

The Hydro Challenge
Zambia has historically relied on hydroelectric power — a model increasingly vulnerable to climate variability. Energy diversification is now a stated government priority.
Government Policy Alignment
GCE's thermal plant aligns directly with Zambia's national energy diversification strategy, attracting strong regulatory support and investment incentives.
SAPP Member Region
Full 600MW Production Capacity
Estimated full-capacity output of 600MW, with revenue growth projected as industrial demand scales and operations reach peak output.
Onboarding Vendors

Let's Build Zambia's
Energy Future Together

We are looking forward to onboard your company to provide suitable goods and services to our company which would make our mining operations smooth and successful.
We are currently onboarding companies in our supplier database.

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