ZAMBIA ADVANCES PHASE I OF NUCLEAR INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

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Posted by admin on February 19, 2026 at 2:05 AM

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The Ministry of Technology and Science has announced significant progress in Phase I of the Nuclear Infrastructure Development Programme, marking a milestone in Zambia’s long-term energy and industrial strategy.

In a statement issued by Ministry of Technology and Science Principal Public Relations Office, Ilitongo Maboshe, reaffirmed programme’s focus on institutional, legal, regulatory, and policy frameworks lays the groundwork for future employment opportunities in nuclear energy and related industries.

More than 15 national policies and strategic instruments have been developed, including frameworks for human resource development, which will be critical in training Zambians for specialized nuclear roles.

Structured skills development ensures that Zambia builds a domestic workforce capable of managing nuclear safety, security, and compliance.

Draft legislation on nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and liability will require specialized professionals, creating demand for lawyers, engineers, scientists, and regulators.

The programme emphasizes stakeholder engagement and emergency preparedness, opening opportunities for technical training, public education, and community-level employment.

Successful completion of Phase I signals to the international community that Zambia’s nuclear programme is credible and investment-ready, potentially attracting technology vendors and investors.

This could lead to job creation in construction, engineering, and operations once Phase II (preparatory activities toward nuclear power plant construction) begins.

By diversifying the energy mix, Zambia strengthens industrial resilience, which supports broader labour markets in manufacturing, mining, and agriculture.

The Ministry emphasized that Zambia’s nuclear programme is safety-first, compliance-driven, and internationally aligned, ensuring that labour opportunities created are sustainable and responsibly managed.

Technical support services will help conduct infrastructure gap assessments and validate compliance against the IAEA Milestones framework, further preparing Zambia’s workforce for nuclear readiness.