Energy cooperation between Tanzania and Zambia took centre stage on Saturday as Tanzania’s Minister for Energy, Deogratius Ndejembi, met his Zambian counterpart, Makozo Chikote, in Lusaka to discuss ways of strengthening collaboration in the sector.
The talks, held on March 27, 2026, brought together energy experts from both countries and focused on advancing bilateral cooperation, particularly in the oil and gas subsector.
During the meeting, the two ministers explored opportunities to deepen long-standing energy ties, including improving cooperation in petroleum supply and infrastructure that supports the movement of energy resources between the two neighbouring countries.
The meeting was attended by Tanzania’s Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Energy responsible for Petroleum and Gas, Dr James Mataragio, Tanzania’s Ambassador to Zambia, Lt Gen Mathew Edward Mkingule, as well as technical experts from the Ministry of Energy and its affiliated institutions.
Tanzania and Zambia share a long history of collaboration in the energy sector, anchored by the TAZAMA Oil Pipeline, which transports petroleum products from the Port of Dar es Salaam to Zambia.
The pipeline has remained a critical link in ensuring reliable fuel supply for Zambia while reinforcing Tanzania’s strategic role as a regional energy gateway.
Officials from both sides noted that continued cooperation in the energy sector is key to strengthening energy security and supporting economic growth in the two countries.
