- The SADC Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (SACREEE) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP).
- The RFP is for event-related services for the upcoming 2026 SADC Sustainable Energy Week.
- The event is scheduled to take place from February 24-27, 2026, in Harare, Zimbabwe.
- Reputable service providers with a presence in Zimbabwe, preferably Victoria Falls, are invited to submit proposals.
- The SADC Sustainable Energy Week is jointly hosted by the Government of Zimbabwe and SACREEE.
The Southern African Development Community (SADC), through its Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (SACREEE), is actively preparing for its annual Sustainable Energy Week. The initiative aims to bolster the region’s commitment to renewable energy and energy efficiency, a critical component of sustainable development across SADC member states. The choice of Harare, Zimbabwe, as the host city for this significant regional gathering underscores Zimbabwe’s role in advancing green energy solutions within the bloc.
This call for event services highlights the logistical complexities and collaborative efforts required to stage such a high-profile regional event. The involvement of local Zimbabwean service providers is a strategic move to foster local economic participation and ensure the event’s execution aligns with regional capabilities. The Sustainable Energy Week is expected to draw experts, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the SADC region to deliberate on key energy challenges and opportunities.
Timeline
- **February 5, 2026, 4:47 PM UTC:** Current time of reporting.
- **February 4, 2026:** Request for Proposals (RFP) for photography and videography services to the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) was published.
- **February 3, 2026, 05:00:00:** Original site publication date for the RFP.
- **February 20, 2026, 05:00:00:** Deadline for submission of proposals for the event services.
- **February 24-27, 2026:** Dates for the 2026 SADC Sustainable Energy Week in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Key Players
- **SADC Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (SACREEE):** The inviting authority for the RFP and co-host of the event.
- **Government of Zimbabwe (Ministry of Energy and Power Development):** Co-host of the SADC Sustainable Energy Week.
- **Service Providers:** Reputable companies in Zimbabwe, particularly Victoria Falls, submitting proposals.
