A SEASONED Zambian electrical engineer with over 17 years of industry experience has stepped forward to contest for a position on the Engineering Registration Board of Zambia (EngRB).
Eng. Tony Kiprios, a Copperbelt University graduate, is vying for the National Council (NC4) representative position under the EngRB, the registration arm of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
Currently serving as Chief Engineer – Power Transmission at Zesco Limited, Eng Kiprios is in charge of operations in the North-Western mining hub, a role that has seen him handle critical power infrastructure and large-scale projects in one of Zambia’s most strategic regions.
With a career spanning nearly two decades, Eng Kiprios said his vision is to promote a credible, transparent and efficient engineering registration system that upholds professional excellence while safeguarding the integrity of the profession. He has vowed to bring fresh ideas, new energy, and real innovation to the Board.
The engineer, who has built his name around power systems and national grid operations, has pledged to serve with integrity and impartiality if elected, while ensuring that registration processes for engineers and firms are fair, timely and professional.
Eng Kiprios believes the engineering profession plays a critical role in national development and has committed to protecting its dignity while strengthening accountability within the regulatory system.
Among his key focus areas on the Board is enhancing professional standards through rigorous but fair registration of engineers, students and engineering organisations.
He also aims to improve transparency and efficiency by streamlining processes for practising certificates, which have often been criticized for delays.
On public interest, he has pledged to push for stricter enforcement against unregistered engineering practices while promoting adherence to ethical standards across the industry.
He further wants to strengthen regulatory integrity by improving collaboration between the Board and key government institutions, especially in areas such as work permits and visas for foreign engineers and other engineering professionals.
Eng Kiprios brings with him vast leadership and technical experience from the power utilities sector, having played a role in major national transmission projects and regional power interconnectors.
His career has also seen him work on projects that had international financiers such as the World Bank, European Investment Bank and the African Development Bank. He has managed diverse teams of contractors, consultants and stakeholders.
Beyond technical work, Eng Kiprios has contributed to policy development, including involvement in the formulation of the Zambia Electricity Distribution Grid Code and procedures for integrating renewable energy into the national grid.
Within EIZ, he currently serves as Vice Chairperson of the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Section (EEES), a position he has held since 2024.
During his tenure, the section has become more active, hosting quarterly industrial tours and webinars while increasing engagement among members.
At the height of Zambia’s drought-induced power crisis, Eng Kiprios was appointed to an ad hoc EIZ Energy Committee tasked with proposing solutions to government, further cementing his role as a thought leader in the sector.
He is also recognised for mentoring young engineers, helping shape the next generation of professionals in Zambia’s engineering space.
Academically, Eng Kiprios holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and several specialised certifications in renewable energy technologies, project finance and global energy and climate policy.
Kalemba April 13, 2026.
