Africa: Why Africa Is Turning to Small Modular Reactors for Its Nuclear Future

Africa: Why Africa Is Turning to Small Modular Reactors for Its Nuclear Future

Small modular reactors (SMRs) are increasingly being positioned as Africa's most practical nuclear option, with experts saying the technology offers a safer, more flexible and faster pathway to expanding electricity access on a continent facing rising demand and persistent energy shortages.

Why Africa is turning to small modular reactors for its nuclear future

Small modular reactors (SMRs) are increasingly being positioned as Africa’s most practical nuclear option, with experts saying the technology offers a safer, more flexible and faster pathway to expanding electricity access on a continent facing rising demand and persistent energy shortages. Experts say growing interest in SMRs reflects a broader shift in how nuclear power is being re-evaluated in developing economies. They said this at the Nucle…