Africa Nuclear Energy Updates 2026

As a lead-up to the 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐍𝐮𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 & 𝐄𝐱𝐡𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝟐𝟐-𝟐𝟑 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 in Abuja, Nigeria, NBP hosted a virtual session to provide global stakeholders with insights on key nuclear focus areas of African countries in the next 1-2 years. Africa is undergoing a significant energy transition, with nuclear power emerging as a key component of its sustainable energy mix. While challenges remain, the continent is demonstrating a clear commitment to harnessing nuclear technology for economic development and social progress. Several countries are making strides in their nuclear endeavours, signalling a promising future for the industry in Africa. The African continent is projected to have 15 GW of new nuclear capacity by 2035,representing a staggering market opportunity of approximately $105 billion. Despite past hesitations, African nations are increasingly recognizing the benefits of nuclear energy in addressing their unique needs. Nuclear power offers a reliable, clean, and sustainable source of electricity, crucial for powering industries, creating jobs, and Africa is at the forefront of a transformative energy shift, with nuclear power playing a pivotal role in its sustainable energy future. As the continent addresses rising energy demands and climate goals, nuclear energy is gaining momentum as a reliable and clean solution. African nations are forging ahead with ambitious nuclear programs, showcasing a resolute commitment to economic growth, social progress, and environmental sustainability through nuclear technology. The international community should take note of Africa’s growing commitment to nuclear energy. This presents valuable opportunities for collaboration, investment, and knowledge-sharing. By partnering with African nations, global players in the nuclear industry can contribute to the continent’s sustainable development while fostering innovation and technological advancement. 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞: ❇️ Awwal Bisallah, Head of International Cooperation, Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission 🇳🇬 ❇️ Mickel Edwerd, Head, Africa Section, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) ❇️ Ibrahim Ababou, Director, Africa & Middle East, Nuclear Business Platform 🇲🇦 ❇️ Dr. Stephen Yamoah, Executive Director, Nuclear Power Ghana 🇬🇭 ❇️ Harouna Sawadogo, President, Agence burkinabè de l’Énergie atomique (ABEA), Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐒: 03:31 - Africa Nuclear Overview 𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑵𝑬𝑪𝑻 𝑾𝑰𝑻𝑯 𝑵𝑼𝑪𝑳𝑬𝑨𝑹 𝑩𝑼𝑺𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑺𝑺 𝑷𝑳𝑨𝑻𝑭𝑶𝑹𝑴: 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞 - https://www.nuclearbusiness-platform.... 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 - / nuclearbusinessplatform 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐍 - / nuclear-business-platform 𝐗 - https://x.com/Nuclear_BP 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 - / nuclearbusinessplatform 📩 Email: [email protected]