By Business Insider Corresponcent, Vienna
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has pledged to support Tanzania in its ambitious plans to begin generating electricity from nuclear energy.
The commitment was made during a meeting held on the sidelines of the 69th IAEA General Conference, which concluded on 19 September 2025 in Vienna, Austria.
The discussions brought together Tanzania’s delegation, led by Prof. Carolyne Nombo, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, and Ms. Liliya Dullinet, Director of the Nuclear Infrastructure Department at the IAEA.
The meeting marked a continuation of ongoing dialogue between Tanzania and the IAEA, with a focus on fast-tracking the implementation of Tanzania’s National Nuclear Power Programme.
According to the IAEA, areas of cooperation will include technical and professional assistance to support preparations for nuclear infrastructure, specialised training for Tanzanian experts, and scholarships to build a skilled workforce capable of managing nuclear projects.
The agency also expressed readiness to assist Tanzania in strengthening its legal and regulatory framework by providing guidance on laws, policies, and oversight mechanisms for nuclear energy development.
In a key step forward, Tanzania and the IAEA agreed to jointly draft a National Nuclear Energy Action Plan, outlining the stages of project implementation from preparation to execution. The IAEA will further facilitate study tours and exchange programmes for Tanzanian leaders and experts to gain practical insights into nuclear power technology.
Speaking during the meeting, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, Eng. Felchesmi Mramba, thanked the IAEA for its commitment, stressing that Tanzania’s nuclear energy drive aligns with the directives of President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan to ensure the country develops sustainable, safe, and reliable sources of electricity.
“This journey towards nuclear energy is a reflection of our President’s vision to secure Tanzania’s energy future,” Mramba said. If implemented, the collaboration could lay the foundation for Tanzania to diversify its energy mix and strengthen its long-term energy security through nuclear power.
