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Ethiopia and Niger have signed agreements with Russian state-owned nuclear corporation Rosatom to develop nuclear energy projects, signalling a significant expansion of Moscow’s footprint in Africa.
Ethiopia finalised a deal with Rosatom during a nuclear energy forum in Moscow, agreeing on a detailed construction plan, a technical and economic roadmap, and staff training for plant operations.
Meanwhile, Niger plans to build two 2,000-megawatt nuclear reactors in collaboration with Russia, alongside initiatives to develop its uranium reserves. Both projects will operate under the oversight of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasised that Moscow remains committed to fulfilling all nuclear contracts and ensuring safety and security at nuclear facilities. He also revealed plans to launch the world’s first closed-cycle nuclear energy system by 2030, reusing over 90 per cent of spent fuel to address uranium supply and radioactive waste challenges.
The agreements underscore Russia’s increasing bilateral engagement with African nations in the energy sector, offering long-term infrastructure and capacity-building opportunities
