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Sierra Leone has outlined its interest in developing nuclear energy as part of its long-term power strategy during high-level discussions in Vienna with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
The engagement brought together President Julius Maada Bio and the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Mariano Grossi, who reaffirmed the agency’s readiness to support Sierra Leone’s energy ambitions.
Grossi noted that nuclear energy is increasingly being explored across Africa as countries search for reliable and sustainable electricity sources. He highlighted that South Africa remains the only African country operating a commercial nuclear power plant, while several others are assessing nuclear options to meet rising demand.
He also indicated that the IAEA has strengthened cooperation with international financial institutions that are prepared to support nuclear energy development initiatives globally.
In response, President Bio expressed appreciation for the IAEA’s continued technical support to Sierra Leone in key sectors, including health and food security. He acknowledged the country’s ongoing energy challenges and welcomed deeper collaboration with the agency in exploring nuclear energy as a future option.
President Bio, who also serves as Chair of the ECOWAS Authority, emphasized the importance of advancing regional dialogue on energy diversification, including nuclear options.
The discussions mark a step in Sierra Leone’s broader efforts to explore long-term solutions to its energy constraints and engage with global partners on sustainable power development.
This guy is a joke.
Most European countries don’t have nuclear energy, an infrastructure that is very expensive to build and will take years to complete.
We have a better chance with renewable energy, solar and wind turbines, these are more realistic or maybe, just photo opportunity.