Russian company Rosatom State Atomic Energy Corporation presented modern nuclear technologies at the Enlit Africa 2025 conference and exhibition this month.
The conference, held from May 20 to 22 in Cape Town, South Africa, was attended by representatives of authorised institutions from South Africa, Ghana, Tanzania and Kenya.
Leaders of energy companies from across the continent were also in attendance.
Rosatom’s exhibition introduced the floating power unit technologies, a model of the RITM-200 reactor, and solutions for uranium extraction using in-situ recovery (a method of dissolving uranium from ore by injecting solvents through boreholes).
The programme included a panel discussion titled ‘80 Years of Russian Nuclear Legacy: Powering Africa’s Sustainable Future with Floating Nuclear Units’.
Head of the Rosatom delegation and Rosatom International Network director general Vadim Titov emphasised that this year the nuclear industry marks two significant anniversaries – 80 years of Russian nuclear industry and the 60th anniversary of the SAFARI-1 research reactor in South Africa.
“Today, Rosatom is a leader in the safe and peaceful use of nuclear technologies and a reliable partner for the entire African continent. We offer flexible and sustainable nuclear energy solutions that may transform the region’s energy landscape. Together, we are building strong friendships laying the foundation for a bright, secure and prosperous future for the whole continent,” he stated.
Rosatom’s mechanical engineering division deputy general director Vladimir Aptekarev said the floating power units represent a unique solution for the continent, taking into account its climatic, economic and infrastructural specifics.
“These advanced and flexible technologies will provide stable and environmentally-friendly energy supply to coastal cities, remote areas, and industrial facilities, contributing to Africa’s sustainable development and energy independence,” he noted.
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