The bio ethanol plant which is being proposed to be setup by 2017 in Luapula Province is gaining widespread attention due to its promising nature. The Zambian President, Edgar Lungu looks very impressed with the developments and has acknowledged the contribution of Sunbird Group and Mahtani Group of Companies.

One of the major requirements of Zambia is oil. With the aid of bio-ethanol plant, the same requirement would be met by domestic output. The plant is expected to produce 120 million liters of oil every year and this will reduce Zambia’s dependency on other countries for oil. On the other hand, the people of Luapula Province will be able to have better scope for employment as the new plant will absorb the locals for day to day operations. About 7000 people will be employed by plant, resulting in overall development of the region.

From the perspective of Government support, 20,000 hectares of land has been assigned to this project such that the plant is able to operate in full force. Additionally, the raw material for this plant would be cassava, a crop which is easily accessible in that region. Scope for development of ancillary industries is also present because of the requirements of the workers.

With such healthy developments from every corner, it is obvious that Luapula will soon be considered as one of the most developed areas in Zambia. However, the journey is yet to complete and each associated individual is required to put in their complete efforts in ensuring that the plant starts its operation at the earliest. Zambia is a nation which has gone from strength to strength and it is the locals who have made the difference, it is only a matter of days and Zambia will witness something to cherish about. Sooner or later, we shall overcome!