A continent-wide campaign promoting the inclusion of nuclear energy in Africa's electricity mix to ensure energy security without raising carbon emissions.
#Nuclear4Africa
Achieve energy security minus carbon emissions.
June, 2023
WePlanet Africa is leading the conversation on Africa's energy future. We believe that nuclear energy is a premium resource that is clean, stable, and scalable, that is essential for fueling the continent’s industrialization and sustainable development.
Our campaign advocates for the adoption of nuclear energy for its incredibly low carbon footprint and its ability to provide baseload power. Unlike other sources, nuclear offers the capacity to operate continuously and reliably, ensuring energy security for growing economies.
The Ugandan government is placing a multi-decade bet on nuclear power to end the era of frequent blackouts – a promise anchored in the Energy Policy for Uganda 2023.
According to Energy Minister Hon. Dr. Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, the nation aims for total energy independence within 10 years (c. 2033–2035), a timeframe the new policy ties to the end of nationwide load shedding. Read More.
