Events & Programmes

ZARECON is ZARENA's flagship annual renewable energy conference — the premier platform for Zambia's clean energy sector. Bringing together government, industry, academia, development partners and communities, ZARECON drives policy dialogue, investment facilitation and sector-wide collaboration.

• Annual national renewable energy conference
• Keynote addresses from government and sector leaders
• Technical sessions across all 12 ZARENA focus areas
• Exhibition floor for technology and service showcases
• Investment matchmaking and networking sessions
• Provision for future ZARECON brand spin-off events

Power & Elect is Zambia's leading energy trade exhibition, showcasing the latest technologies, products and services in the power and electrification sector. The event connects technology providers, developers, investors and end-users in a practical, solutions-focused environment.

• Annual trade exhibition and technology showcase
• Product demonstrations and live installations
• Supplier and buyer matchmaking
• Focus on solar, storage, mini-grids and electrification
• Panel discussions on market and regulatory developments

Complete the form below to express your interest in joining one of ZARENA's 12 Technical Working Groups.

ZARENA Student Chapters are university-based groups that connect students with the renewable energy sector. Chapters provide members with access to ZARENA programmes, events, mentorship and career opportunities — nurturing the next generation of clean energy leaders in Zambia.

• Active chapters at CBU, UNZA and Kafue Gorge Training Centre
• Access to ZARENA publications and resources
• Participation in ZARECON and sector events
• Mentorship from ZARENA professional members
• Internship placement support
• Youth on SDG7 programme engagement

Interested in establishing a ZARENA Student Chapter at your university or institution? ZARENA supports new chapters with guidance, resources and connections to the broader network. To get started, your institution needs at least 5 founding student members and a faculty advisor.

• Minimum 5 founding student members
• A nominated faculty advisor from your institution
• Submit a brief founding statement to ZARENA
• Attend a virtual onboarding session with the ZARENA team

Email info@zarena.energy with the subject line "New Student Chapter — [Your University]" to begin the process.

If your university already has a ZARENA Student Chapter, you can join directly through the chapter leadership. If your institution does not yet have a chapter, consider starting one or reach out to ZARENA to be connected with the nearest existing chapter.

• ZARENA Student Chapter — Copperbelt University (CBU)
• ZARENA Student Chapter — University of Zambia (UNZA)
• ZARENA Student Chapter — Kafue Gorge Training Centre

To join, email info@zarena.energy with the subject line "Join Student Chapter — [Your University]" and include your name, programme of study and year of study.

A national platform for renewable energy stakeholders to share progress, explore opportunities, and strengthen collaboration. The conference brings together government, academia, industry, students, communities and development partners for a full programme of keynotes, panels, workshops and exhibition.

• Ministerial keynote and policy dialogue sessions
• Technical workshops across all 8 ZARENA focus areas
• Exhibition floor featuring clean energy companies and innovators
• Networking sessions with sector leaders and investors
• Open to ZARENA members and non-members — registration required