Is nuclear power a priority and a development strategy without building the foundations first?
The recent state visit to China has undoubtedly opened a new chapter in Namibia’s relationship with one of the world’s leading economic powers.
Paul T. Shipale (with inputs by Folito Nghitongovali Diawara Gaspar)
A new chapter in Namibia and China relations
The recent state visit to China has undoubtedly opened a new chapter in Namibia’s relationship with one of the world’s leading economic powers.
Beyond the anticipated bilateral agreements, investment commitments, financing arrangements, and technology partnerships, one announcement has attracted particular attention: the government’s intention to develop a national nuclear energy policy, supported by legislation, to harness Namibia’s vast uranium resources for domestic electricity generation.
The announcement has been presented as a bold step towards energy security and industrial transformation. It deserves serious public debate.
The real question is not whether nuclear energy is good or bad. The real question is whether it is the right priority for Namibia at this stage of its development.
Nuclear power is the result of development, not its beginning
