Kafue Gorge Regional Training Centre

 

 

P.O. Box 32774
Lusaka ZA 10101
or
P.O. Box 35
Namalundu

Tel: +260 211 371007/8
Fax: +260 211 371086

www.kgrtc.org.zm

The Centre is located in Namalundu 100 km south of Lusaka off Chirundu road, in the vicinity of Zambia’s largest hydropower station Kafue Gorge Power Station.

Kafue Gorge Regional Training Centre (KGRTC) is a long established institution for hydropower training, which was rehabilitated and transformed to provide quality training to regional power utilities. The Centre has also earned an international reputation in the provision of excellent accommodation and conference facilities and is ISO 9001 quality certified. Its unique location in a tranquil environment, allows flexible scheme of study and conferencing. The proximity of the mountains and gorges offer many opportunities for outdoor pursuits and relaxation.  More than 5000 people live in Namalundu Village. Out of these, approximately 300 are employed by Zesco limited and 64 by KGRTC. The village has all social facilities to cater for educational, commercial, recreation and religious activities.

Mission Statement

Provide a Learner-Centered Environment for the acquisition of Knowledge, Skills and Competencies in Energy Technologies.

Vision Statement

The Learning and Development Centre of Choice in Energy Technologies.

Quality Policy Statement

The Board and Staff of Kafue Gorge Regional Training Centre (KGRTC) are committed to quality assurance through the current version of ISO 9001 by offering quality training, conferencing, accommodation, catering, information technology and communication services at sustainable and competitive prices to create wealth for all stakeholders.

Core Values

a)    Excellence: WE believe in excellent service delivery and customer satisfaction. We will employ resources at our disposal in the pursuit of professional service delivery. We will remain responsive to client’s needs and demands. KGRTC’s name in the market will be synonymous with quality, responsiveness and excellence.

b)    Integrity: WE up-hold professional and ethical business practices. The Centre’s transactions with customers will be done transparently, for our benefit and that of clients. We will ensure honesty, integrity and respect to all.

c)    Team Spirit: WE value teamwork. We believe team spirit will sustain efficiency and effective service delivery. We will recognize the contribution and value of individuals in a team.

d)    Learning and Innovation: WE believe in continuous learning and promotion of innovation. We believe these will sustain total quality consciousness in the organization.

e)    Social Responsibility: WE believe in social responsibility. We will participate in community development and environmental protection.

f)    Zero tolerance to Corruption: WE believe in zero tolerance to corruption. We will uphold and promote whistle blowing in the fight against corruption and all its vices.

Training

KGRTC has made substantial investment in training aids with Hi-Tech infrastructural facilities for conducting different courses on technical as well as management subjects covering the needs of Hydropower Generation, Transmission & Distribution Systems, and other Energy related fields. The Centre has two simulators, one a computerised simulator depicting a 300 MW hydro power station and one conventional simulator with the capacity of 150 MW. KGRTC has also invested in the power and hydraulic laboratories and computer based training facilities. There are now over 3,000 course participants from various African utilities who have attended courses at KGRTC.

A variety of teaching methods are employed to implement training programmes which include formal lectures, tutorials and study tours coupled with practice on state-of-the-art laboratory equipment, and various software packages and simulators. KGRTC has established a Demonstration Site for Emergency Restoration Systems (ERS) Towers Equipment in
partnership with Acier Profile SBB Inc (SBB) of Canada

The Centre offers the following course categories:

1.    Power Systems Operations and Maintenance Courses
2.    Engineering Maintenance Courses
3.    Engineering Applications and Management Courses
4.    Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Assurance Courses
5.    Corporate Governance, Management and Leadership Development Courses

Course Nomination/Application Form

Conferences

The Centre has earned itself an international reputation in provision of excellent conference facilities ideal for business in a quiet, comfortable and serene environment. KGRTC offers impeccable conference services, cutting-edge technology and qualified conference support staff. All our conference rooms are spacious with air conditioning, equipped with over head projector, white board, LCD television and projector, VCR, Public Address System, and flip chart stand, set to individual client’s requirement.

Accommodation

The Centre has seventy seven (77) tastefully appointed spacious rooms with comfort in mind. The rooms include Executive, Standard, Family and Single rooms. All rooms are self contained and fully furnished with DSTV, fridge, air conditioned, study table and chair.  

Restaurant and Bar

Our Restaurants and Oasis Mingling Bar infuse local flavour and authentic atmosphere of first-rate cuisine and premium drinks.

Internet

Our guests can enjoy free wireless internet available at different hotspots and from the comfort of their guest rooms. In addition the Centre has an internet café located in the library.

“Your Home for Hydropower Training and Conferences”