NERSA approves process for SA to secure an additional electricity generating capacity from nuclear

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has approved the process to secure an additional generating capacity from nuclear. South Africa will procure an additional 2,500 megawatts (MW) of new generation capacity from nuclear sources to counter the rolling blackouts that have plagued the country. Addressing the media , Electricity Minister - Kgosientso Ramokgopa said the procurement of nuclear energy would assist the country to achieve a generation mix required to reach the envisaged demand and to ensure the country's energy security in the future. Electricity Minister, Dr Kgosientso Ramokgopa elaborates.