Viewpoint: Smart Gamble or Foolish Risk? The Case for and Against Nuclear in Africa
By Wafa Misrar
As countries in Africa envision their future energy systems, more and more governments are considering the nuclear option. South Africa already operates a nuclear power station, while the likes of Egypt and Nigeria are actively exploring possibilities.
For some, this trend towards nuclear is a sign of sensible policymaking and a source of hope for the continent. For others, it is emblematic of wrongheaded calculations and a source of great concern.
Source: Africa Arguments (link opens in a new window)
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