Paul Nyakazeya, Group Digital Editor 
THE government has allowed Hwange Electricity Supply Company (Hesco) to enter into long-term coal supply contracts, a move anticipated to increase electricity generation and improve the industry’s capacity utilisation.
Hesco is currently undertaking a US$1,5 billion expansion at the Hwange plant, which is expected to put an additional 600 megawatts on to the national grid.
“Cabinet considered and approved the exemption of Hwange Electricity Supply Company (Hesco) from entering into long term coal supply agreements under the Hwange Expansion Power Project as presented by the Honourable Vice President and Minister of Health and Child Care, Dr Constantino Chiwenga,” ICT minister Jenfan Muswere told journalist after a cabinet meeting Tuesday.
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