Kenya has made significant progress in the development of nuclear infrastructure for its first research reactor – a key step towards what could become a full-fledged programme to build commercial nuclear power plants in the African nation.
An International Atomic Energy Agency review mission said some countries embarking on a nuclear power programme, including Kenya, are pursuing the development of their first research reactor, which can serve as a stepping stone towards their future nuclear power programme. Kenya plans to commission its first research reactor between 2030 and 2034.
“Kenya has demonstrated a sustained and very professional approach to the development of its research reactor programme,” said Andrey Sitnikov, who led the IAEA review mission.