Nuclear Power as South Africa’s Solution to Energy and Economic Growth

By Bayethe MsimangSouth Africa has been experiencing a rare period of electrical stability, largely thanks to the efforts of the Government of National Unity (GNU) and Minister of Electricity Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. Load shedding, once a constant frustration, has subsided, and Ramokgopa is praised for stabilizing the grid. However, while the present situation appears to be under control, the future is uncertain. As South Africa’s population grows, so does the energy demand, and the country must plan for a long-term, sustainable energy strategy. One proposed solution is nuclear energy.South…