Table 2: Major potential sites for hydro power development

Potential Site Estimated Capacity (MW) Estimated Investment Cost –US $ Million
Original Revised
KNB Extension* 300 360 300
Itezhi-Tezhi* 80 120 117
Kafue Gorge Lower* 450 750 750
Batoka Gorge 800 800 860
Devil's Gorge 800 800 1,430
Kalungwishi* 114 163 210
Mpata Gorge 320 320 770
Lusiwasi Extension 40 40 92
Kabompo Gorge 34 78
Chavuma 1.2 15.0 20
West Lunga 1.2 2.5 7.2
Chikata 1.2 3.5 13.1
Luapula River 1,550 950 1,305
TOTAL 4,457.6 4,358 5,952.3