The Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) Limited has signed a 50-megawatt (MW) Transmission Connection Agreement with Press Energy Limited (PEL), a subsidiary of Press Corporation Limited (PCL), marking a major milestone in efforts to increase electricity generation and improve power supply across Malawi.
The agreement was signed at Umoyo House in Blantyre on Friday, June 26, 2026.
Under the agreement, Press Energy Limited will construct a transmission line to facilitate the evacuation and injection of electricity generated from its 50MW solar power plant into ESCOM’s national transmission network.ESCOM Condemns Vandalism That Plunged Parts of Lilongwe Into Darkness
The Transmission Connection Agreement complements the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) signed between ESCOM and Press Energy Limited in December 2024, paving the way for the development of the 50MW solar power plant at Nkhoma in Lilongwe District.
Speaking during the signing ceremony, ESCOM Chief Executive Officer Eng. William Kaipa said the agreement demonstrates the corporation’s commitment to delivering reliable, sustainable and affordable electricity to Malawians.
“In April, we made a promise to Malawians that within eight months we would improve power supply in the country and address the challenge of load shedding. Today’s agreement is another important milestone towards fulfilling that commitment,” said Kaipa.
He added that the project aligns with ESCOM’s strategic plan to expand electricity supply through partnerships with Independent Power Producers (IPPs).
“Together, we are not just connecting power to the national grid—we are connecting Malawians to opportunities, businesses to growth, and the nation to a more prosperous and sustainable future,” he said.ESCOM Board and Staff Union Align to Drive Corporate Turnaround
Speaking on behalf of Press Corporation Limited, Chief Executive Officer Professor Ronald Mangani commended ESCOM for expediting the signing process, describing the partnership as a shared commitment to improving electricity supply and reliability in Malawi.
“Press Corporation is an indigenous Malawian company, and we believe it is our responsibility to contribute to improving the lives of Malawians and supporting national economic development. That is why we made the strategic decision to invest in the energy sector,” said Prof. Mangani.
He expressed confidence that the project will significantly increase Malawi’s electricity generation capacity, strengthen energy security, reduce load shedding, and support the country’s long-term socio-economic development.ESCOM, Police Engage Lumbadzi Chiefs in Fight Against Vandalism
The 50MW solar power project is expected to play a vital role in expanding Malawi’s renewable energy capacity and improving access to reliable electricity for households, businesses and industries nationwide.
