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From Vision to Short-Sightedness: Why Are Ghanaian Leaders Pushing the Country’s Nuclear Plans Under the Rug?

Ghana has long been regarded as the “Pacesetter” of Africa. Yet in the global transition toward clean and reliable energy, the country risks being overtaken by nations that began their nuclear journeys later but are now moving forward with greater urgency. With H.E. John Dramani Mahama serving as First Vice…

NAEC and IAEA Launch Phase-II INIR Review for Nigeria’s Second Research Reactor (RR2)

Nigeria has officially advanced its nuclear science and technology agenda as the Nigerian Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC), in collaboration with…

Drafting Nigeria’s Nuclear Future: Stakeholders Validate New Safety Policy in Abuja

Nigeria has taken another decisive step toward strengthening its nuclear governance framework as the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA), in…

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Africa’s War on Malaria: How the Sterile Insect Technique Can End the Mosquito Menace

Malaria continues to drain Africa’s strength. Every year, the continent records the overwhelming majority of global malaria cases and deaths,…

Togo–IAEA Signs Second Country Programme Framework 2026–2031

Togo signed its second Togo–IAEA Country Programme Framework 2026–2031 with the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna. It did more…

Dr. Kwame Nkrumah – The Originator of Nuclear Development in Africa (An Opinion Piece)

Dr. Kwame Nkrumah did not just dream of independence. He dreamed of dominance—scientific dominance. While most newly liberated African states…

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How Nuclear Science Quietly Revolutionized Cancer Treatment — The World Owes It More Credit

Yesterday was World Cancer Day, and across the globe, people shared inspiring survivor stories, wore ribbons, and posted messages of…

Africa Nuclear Energy Updates 2026: Updates from NBPs Energy 2026 Session

Africa’s nuclear energy ambitions are rapidly shifting from long-term policy discussions to concrete implementation, according to insights shared during the…

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The Strategy That Could End Blackouts, Cut Bills, and Redefine Africa’s Energy Future. Ghana’s Quiet Power Move

A major shift in Ghana's energy strategy is quietly taking shape, and it could redefine how electricity is generated, priced,…

Experts Gather at Takoradi Tech University for Small Modular Reactor Workshop That Could Revolutionize How Ghana Powers Its Future

The lights might finally stay on in Ghana—and the solution could be smaller than you think. When over 170 people…

President Mahama delivers State of the Nation Address (SONA)

Will President Mahama Accelerate Ghana’s Nuclear Era?

Ghana stands at a critical juncture in its energy and industrial development, and much of the attention now turns to…

Ghana Advances Nuclear Power Plans as Russia Emerges as Third Potential Vendor

On September 9, 2025, during the launch of the 9th Edition of the Ghana Energy Awards, Deputy Minister of Energy…

IAEA Nuclear Energy Management School Successfully Concludes in Ghana

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Nuclear Energy Management School recently concluded its comprehensive training program in Accra, Ghana. Held…

Ghana Advances Nuclear Power Program with Successful Site Selection Process

Ghana has reached a significant milestone in its journey towards nuclear energy with the completion of the site selection process…

Togo Establishes Atomic Energy Commission

In a significant move to advance its nuclear science capabilities, Togo has announced the creation of its first Atomic Energy…

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IEA’s Latest Report : The Path to a New Era for Nuclear Energy

In an era where the global energy landscape stands at a critical crossroads, nuclear power is experiencing a remarkable renaissance.…

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E2 NuScale Simulation Center Launch: A New Dawn for Nuclear Education in Africa

In a landmark moment for nuclear energy development in Africa, Ghana proudly inaugurated the first NuScale Power Energy Exploration (E2)…

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Ghana Set to Launch Africa’s First NuScale Small Modular Reactor Training Center

In a landmark move, Ghana is set to commission Africa's first NuScale Small Modular Reactor (SMR) simulator training center, known…

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Rosatom and Africa: A New Era of Energy Collaboration

As the world continues to embrace clean, sustainable, and reliable energy solutions, Russia’s state nuclear energy corporation, Rosatom, has emerged…

Koeberg Nuclear Power Station: South Africa’s Beacon of Clean Energy

Nestled along the stunning coastline of the Western Cape, just outside Cape Town, lies Koeberg Nuclear Power Station – South…