Leadership Team
To solve Zambia's most critical energy challenge, we assembled a team that understands the problem better than anyone else. Our leadership consists of the engineers, project managers, and regulatory experts who have dedicated their careers to powering the nation.
Meet The Team
Zubalight's core advantage is its leadership. This team of accomplished Zambian energy experts has a proven history of delivering high-value projects, offering our partners unparalleled local knowledge and significantly reduced project risk.
“We are building the reliable energy our mines need to run, our farms need to grow, and our children need to study. This is the foundation of Zambia's future.”
Tresford LumbetaFounder of Zubalight
A versatile engineering professional with a multi-decade career managing large-scale industrial projects for multinational corporations across Southern Africa and the UK. Tresford has a proven track record of heading complex, multi-million dollar projects from conception through to commissioning. As Engineering Manager at Zambia Sugar Plc, he was instrumental in two major expansion projects, which included doubling the plant’s cane crushing capacity to 17,000 tonnes per day, installing a new 30 MW steam turbo-alternator, and managing an $80 million sugar refinery plant installation. His experience also includes senior roles as Chief Engineer for Lever Brothers (Unilever) and Engineering Manager for Coca-Cola. Most recently, as a Project Manager for the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), he oversaw the technical and financial aspects of the Agro Luswishi farm block, giving him invaluable insight into executing national-level projects in Zambia.
A highly respected Electrical Engineer and a Fellow of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (FEIZ) with 40 years of experience, including 20 years in executive management at major electricity utilities. As the Director of Distribution and Supply at ZESCO, he managed a workforce of 2,800 country-wide and spearheaded the national Distribution System Loss Reduction project, successfully reducing losses from over 28% to 12.5%. His international experience includes serving as the Executive Director of Technical Services for the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) in Nigeria, where he was in charge of a distribution network serving 800,000 customers. He has also served as a Grid Specialist consultant for CIGZambia, a program funded by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
A seasoned project management professional with nearly four decades of hands-on experience in the construction of high-voltage electrical infrastructure across Southern Africa, including projects in Zambia, Tanzania, and the DRC. Nic has managed the electrical construction for some of Zambia’s largest mining operations, including the complete MV/LV reticulation for Barrick Lumwana mine and the main 33kV networks for Kansanshi mine . His expertise covers the entire project lifecycle, from tender submission and contract negotiation to managing large local and expatriate labor teams on greenfield substation and power line construction projects. As the direct liaison with our EPC contractors, Nic ensures that projects are executed to the highest international standards.
A business development specialist with over 35 years of experience in project development, stakeholder management, and navigating regulatory and financial environments in Zambia. Beriwick’s early career included roles as a Credit Officer at Zambia National Commercial Bank and a Projects Officer at Lima Bank, giving him a strong foundation in agricultural finance and project lending. He is responsible for securing all statutory permits, negotiating contracts, and managing all land rights and environmental impact assessments. His extensive experience managing donor-funded agro-projects (USAID) and his deep involvement with farmers’ unions give him a unique ability to ensure compliance and smooth project progression.
An innovative strategist specializing in the application of Artificial Intelligence and data analytics to the energy sector. As COO and CFO, Bupe’s primary role is to fuse the team’s deep legacy of engineering experience with a modern, data-driven approach to project development and corporate strategy. He leverages AI-driven tools and advanced analytics to optimize financial models, de-risk project variables, and enhance communication with high-level industry contacts and financial partners. His expertise in prompt engineering and digital strategy ensures Zubalight remains agile and at the forefront of technological innovation. As the second-generation leader, Bupe represents the company’s commitment to building a sustainable and efficient energy future for Zambia through a unique combination of on-the-ground expertise and cutting-edge technology.