- The nuclear infrastructure market encompasses the facilities, technologies, services, and regulatory frameworks essential for nuclear power generation, including reactor construction, fuel supply chains, waste management, grid integration, and decommissioning
- It involves key stakeholders such as governments, nuclear operators, engineering firms, and equipment manufacturers. Market dynamics are driven by energy policies, technological advancements, supply chain reliability, and regulatory compliance, all of which impact the efficiency and sustainability of nuclear power projects
- Africa, where nuclear energy is still in the early stages, lacks well-established waste management systems, making infrastructure development critical for handling future radioactive materials safely. Africa is rapidly advancing its nuclear infrastructure, with countries such as South Africa, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, and Nigeria leading nuclear deployment initiatives to address rising electricity demand
- For Instance, in March 2025 data shared by the Nuclear Business Platform revealed that Africa is set to add up to 15,000 MW of nuclear capacity by 2035, with an estimated USD 105 billion market potential. This expansion is driven by growing electricity demand, pushing nations such as Nigeria, Egypt, Ghana, and Kenya to invest in large-scale nuclear projects and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)
- Africa is exploring nuclear energy to address its growing power needs and industrial expansion, ensuring a stable and long-term electricity supply. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is integrating nuclear energy into its Vision 2030 strategy, aligning it with AI-driven power demands and green energy goals
