"Regulating with Integrity"
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
Press Statement – Countrywide Fuel Supply
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is proactively addressing localized fuel shortages in various parts of the country and is implementing targeted regulatory measures to restore
Public Notice and Call for Comments on Zesco’s Application for an Emergency Tariff
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is in receipt of an application from ZESCO Limited (“ZESCO” or “the Utility”) for the approval of an emergency tariff
October 2024 Petroleum Pump Prices and Price Build-ups
Download Press Statement Pump Price Build-up for October 2024 Wholesale Price Build-up (Jet A-1) for October 2024 October 2024 Wholesale Price Build Up for Petrol
REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS ON DRAFT ZAMBIAN STANDARD; DZS 372; TRANSPORTATION OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTS: OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ROAD TANK VEHICLES – CODE OF PRACTICE
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.