Russia, Ethiopia Sign Nuclear Power Pact at Moscow Forum

Photo_Russia and Ethiopia Forge New Nuclear Power Alliance – A Landmark for Africa Energy Future

MOSCOW, October 8  — Russia and Ethiopia agreed on Wednesday to advance Addis Ababa first nuclear power plant during World Atomic Week in Moscow, a move aimed at bolstering clean energy in East Africa.

State nuclear firm Rosatom and Ethiopia Electric Power Corporation signed an action plan outlining steps to develop the project, including forming a working group, drafting a feasibility study roadmap, and preparing an intergovernmental agreement.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed witnessed the signing.

Bilateral talks between Putin and Abiy focused on accelerating the plant implementation.

Rosatom Director General Alexey Likhachev said the partnership would share technology, train personnel, and build infrastructure to ensure a sustainable energy future for Ethiopia and the region.

Delegates from over 100 countries attended the forum, including Rwanda, Ghana, and South Africa.

Rwanda Atomic Energy Board co-presented a youth declaration on atomic cooperation, while Ghana and South African representatives participated in discussions on nuclear development.

The agreement could serve as a model for other African nations exploring nuclear energy partnerships. Next steps include feasibility assessments, regulatory frameworks, and financing strategies.