{"id":1793,"date":"2025-04-03T05:20:03","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T05:20:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.testdomain19.gov.zw\/?page_id=1793"},"modified":"2026-04-24T09:23:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T09:23:45","slug":"the-minister","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.energy.gov.zw\/?page_id=1793","title":{"rendered":"The Minister"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Profile for Hon. Minister of Energy and Power Development<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Hon. Minister July G. Moyo is a seasoned career civil servant, who rose through the ranks to serve as Permanent Secretary in various Ministries before being appointed Minister in several portfolios, including Energy, Environment, Labour, and Local Government, among others.<\/p>\n

He currently serves as the Governor of Midlands Province and is the Member of Parliament for Redcliff Constituency.<\/p>\n

\u00a0In addition, he holds the position of Secretary for Transport and Welfare in the ruling ZANU PF Politburo. In January 2025, he was transferred to the Ministry of Energy from the Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Minister\u2019s Functions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Policy Formulation and Legislative Functions<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Develops, proposes and provides strategic direction for policies within the ministry\u2019s mandate.<\/li>\n
  2. Aligns ministry policies with national development agendas.<\/li>\n
  3. Presents policy proposals to Cabinet for discussion and approval.<\/li>\n
  4. Initiates, sponsors, and steers Bills related to the ministry through Parliament.<\/li>\n
  5. Proposes amendments to existing laws relevant to the ministry\u2019s sector.<\/li>\n
  6. Ensures that laws administered by the ministry are properly enforced.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Political Leadership and Representation<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. Acts as the political head and public face of the ministry.<\/li>\n
    2. Represents the ministry in Parliament, Cabinet, and public forums.<\/li>\n
    3. Defends government policies and ministry actions before Parliament and the public.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Strategic Planning<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      1. Sets long-term and short-term priorities for the ministry.<\/li>\n
      2. Approves strategic plans, performance targets, and operational programmes.<\/li>\n
      3. Ensures alignment with national policies and development priorities.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        Inter-Ministerial Coordination<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        1. Coordinates with other ministers and ministries on cross-cutting issues.<\/li>\n
        2. Participates in Cabinet committees to harmonise national policies and programmes.<\/li>\n
        3. Facilitates integrated service delivery.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          Public Accountability<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          1. Answers parliamentary questions related to the ministry\u2019s operations and sector performance.<\/li>\n
          2. Submits reports and updates to Parliament and Cabinet.<\/li>\n
          3. Engages citizens, civil society, and stakeholders.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            Regulation and Compliance<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            1. Oversees regulatory bodies and statutory instruments under the ministry.<\/li>\n
            2. Ensures compliance with laws, standards, and regulations.<\/li>\n
            3. Issues statutory regulations and guidelines when necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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              Crisis Management and Decision-Making<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              1. Provides leadership during emergencies and sector-specific crises.<\/li>\n
              2. Makes high-level decisions on urgent issues affecting the ministry.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                Board Appointment <\/strong><\/p>\n

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                1. Recommends appointments to boards of parastatals and commissions.<\/li>\n
                2. Provides political oversight on human resource matters, without interfering in technical administration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                  Oversight and Supervision of the Ministry<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  1. Provides overall supervision and guidance to the Permanent Secretary and senior officials.<\/li>\n
                  2. Ensures that the ministry implements government policies efficiently and effectively.<\/li>\n
                  3. Monitors performance and ensures accountability within agencies.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                    Budgeting and Resource Mobilisation<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                    1. Presents and justifies Ministry budget proposals to Parliament.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                      Advisory Role to the President and Cabinet<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                      1. Advises the President on issues relating to their portfolio.<\/li>\n
                      2. Contributes expert insights during cabinet deliberations on issues related to his line Ministry and the parastatals under his purview<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                        Investment Promotion and Investor interface<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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                        The Ministry of Energy and Power Development has its key deliverable as energy supply and security for the whole country. The Ministry makes a commitment to provide a service to the specified quality<\/p>\n\n

                        MINISTER\u2019S FOREWORD<\/h3>\n\n

                        Zimbabwe\u2019s economic environment is increasingly attracting the attention sf serious investors. The New Dispensation has made the country a preferred destination of Foreign Direct Investments. The country\u2019s growth trajectory is certainly poised for a quantum leap as evidenced by developments in the infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing and commercial sectors. This positive outlook requires adequate, safe, reliable and affordable energy supply.<\/p>\n\n

                        The energy sector, is on its own, an investment opportunity in the country while also serving as a key enabler of other economic pillars. I wish to assure current and potential investors and consumers that I, as Minister of Energy and Power Development, and my team are ready and equal to the task of meeting the country\u2019s and regional energy needs.<\/p>\n\n

                        This Webpage highlights diverse investment opportunities in the energy sector. It is informed by the Transitional Stabilization Programme (TSP) of 2018 to 2020 which was launched by His Excellency President E. D. Mnangagwa in October 2018. The TSP\u2019s main objective is to restore and boost investor confidence while providing a platform for attracting new investments, improving the ease of doing business and prioritising meaningful engagement with the business and international community.<\/p>\n\n

                        The TSP also serves as a precursor to President Mnangagwa\u2019s Vision 2030 wherein Zimbabwe is envisaged to be among the community of nations classified as Upper Middle Income. The prospects of Vision 2030 are exciting as they entail a modernized, industrialized and indeed a technology driven Zimbabwe.<\/p>\n\n

                        From my Ministry\u2019s perspective, this clear trajectory is acting as our radar in everything we are doing. The energy plans, programs and projects outlined in this Webpage are therefore TSP and Vision 2030 compliant. An Upper Middle Income State requires abundant supply of energy which is clean, sustainable, affordable and reliable.<\/p>\n\n

                        The country is expected to have universal access to sustainable and modern energy anchored on massive urban and rural electrification using both on and off-grid energy solutions. Our aspirations for universal access to modern energy dovetail with the United Nations Sustainable Energy for All (SE4ALL) agenda. In addition, the Sustainable Development Goal number 7 (SDG 7), compels Government to \u201censure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all\u201d. This journey begins now and will certainly be achieved in this Second Republic.<\/p>\n\n

                        Zimbabwe is endowed with numerous energy resources which are not yet fully utilised for the country\u2019s benefit. The story of Zimbabwe\u2019s energy sector is incomplete without mentioning opportunities provided by abundant sunshine, biomass, perennial rivers and vast deposits of coal across the breadth and width of the country. Coal Bed Methane gas and potential oil deposits make Zimbabwe the perfect country to consider as an investment destination.<\/p>\n\n

                        On my part, my Ministry has reviewed all key statutes, processes and relevant codes in the spirit of expediting the ease of doing business thus facilitating quick turnaround times and efficient service to investors in the energy sector. Frameworks and guidelines have been developed to promote new and modern energy forms such as liquified petroleum gas, piped gas reticulation, renewable energy and energy efficiency. The statutes and processes promote high quality, reliable and efficient services to consumers while ensuring best return for the investor as well as protection of the infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n

                        Zimbabwe is centrally located in the Southern African region, thus any investment in the country presents opportunities to tap onto Southern Africa Development Community market. This geographical advantage is ably complemented by the vast energy resources in the country which can be exported to customers beyond the borders. The country\u2019s robust electricity infrastructure enables wheeling of electricity across our borders into the region. In the petroleum sector, the establishment of an inland reservoir of fuel is an opportunity for distributing petroleum products into other landlocked countries in the region.<\/p>\n\n

                        My Ministry is finalizing the National Integrated Energy Resource Plan which will take into account all the energy resources in the country while exploring the possible optimum mix of energy resources in the future. My Ministry is also finalizing the competitive bidding framework in order to broaden the participation of all potential investors in the electricity subsector. The Renewable Energy Policy, the Biofuels Policy and Independent Power Producer framework are some of the policies being finalized to ensure a fair, competitive and cost reflective operating environment.<\/p>\n\n

                        It goes without saying Zimbabwe\u2019s human capital remains key in its competitive edge. I am happy to reiterate that the country\u2019s energy sector is ably backed by qualified engineers, lawyers, economists, financial advisors among others to ensure investors\u2019 projects meet their expectations and returns. Hardwork, honesty and effectiveness are some of the characteristics and traits that define the personnel in the energy sector.<\/p>\n\n

                        As Minister of Energy and Power Development, I look forward to bilateral engagements with current and potential investors in the energy sector. The Government, my Ministry and the people of the Republic of Zimbabwe welcome you.<\/p>\n\n

                        Now is the time to invest in Zimbabwe\u2019s lucrative energy sector.<\/p>\n\n

                        Honourable \u00a0<\/em>Minister July Moyo (MP)
                        Minister of Energy and Power Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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