Ethiopia Mega Nuclear Power Plant
Sector: Nuclear • Location: Ethiopia
Source: Business Insider Africa
Ethiopia plans to construct a mega nuclear power plant as part of a $30 billion infrastructure initiative to enhance its energy security goals. The project includes two nuclear units, each with about 1200 MW capacity, expected to operate between 2032 and 2034. Preparatory work for the construction is already underway, and the plant will operate exclusively for peaceful purposes.
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT), Airport, Oil and Gas, Government
- Location
- Ethiopia
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Business Insider Africa
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Description | Ethiopia plans to construct a mega nuclear power plant as part of a $30 billion infrastructure initiative to enhance its energy security goals. The project includes two nuclear units, each with about 1200 MW capacity, expected to operate between 2032 and 2034. Preparatory work for the construction is already underway, and the plant will operate exclusively for peaceful purposes. |
Original sector | Energy |
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Country | Ethiopia |
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Source | Business Insider Africa |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT), Airport, Oil and Gas, Government |
Article published date | 2025-09-16 |
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