To be the benchmark of excellence in energy regulation in Africa
The role of the Energy Regulation Board is to ensure consumers receive a quality service at an affordable price while balancing a reasonable rate of return to energy utilities. In order to carry this out, the ERB ensures that all energy utilities in the sector are licensed, monitors levels and structures of competition, investigates and remedies consumer complaints.
Electricity
Fostering a reliable and affordable electricity supply, safeguarding consumer rights, and encouraging sustainable energy practices.
Petroleum
Ensuring the efficient and safe distribution of petroleum products while protecting consumer interests, and minimising the environmental impact.
Renewable
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting energy independence, creating job opportunities, and a transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
CURRENT FUEL PRICES
CURRENT Retail pump prices and posted airfield
Petrol
Diesel
Kerosene
Jet A-1 (KKIA)
News Updates
March 2026 Petroleum Pump Prices, Press Statement and Price Build-ups
Download Press Statement Pump Price Build-up for March 2026 Wholesale Price Build-up (Jet A-1) for March 2026 March 2026 Wholesale Price Build Up for Petrol,
Press Statement – ERB Approves 29 Licenses and 5 Constrauction Permits Worth ZMW 2.45 Billion (USD 130 Million)
The Energy Regulation Board (ЕRB) has approved Twenty-nine (29) License application, and five (5) construction permits across Petroleum, Electricity and RenewaЫe Energy sub-sectors, representing a
Revised Power Quality Management Framework for the Electricity Supply Industry in Zambia for Stakeholder Consultation
Pursuant to section 4 (m) of the Electricity Act, 2019, the Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is vested with the statutory mandate to develop operating procedures,
Request for Public Comments on the Revised Guidelines for the Implementation of the Uniform Petroleum Pricing (UPP) Mechanism for the Zambian Petroleum Retail Sector
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is a statutory body responsible for regulating the energy sector and derives its mandate from the Energy Regulation Act No.12
Consumer Complaints
Any person or consumer may seek the ERB’s intervention if they are dissatisfied with the handling of their complaint by an energy utility or they consider the outcome inconclusive.
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Online services FROM ERB
The Energy Regulation Board has developed online portals to make it easy for consumers, energy sector partners and stakeholders to engage with us. Our aim is to make it a seamless and transparent experience.