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A lifelong academic who served stints as Dean of Science and acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic at the former Vista University in South Africa and was until recently the Head of Physics at the University of Johannesburg. Research interests range from astrophysics through to atmospheric physics, solar energy and energy supply. A vocal commentator on South African energy issues, especially the renewables versus nuclear debate.
Choosing the nuclear path carries several risks including being one of the most expensive forms of electricity generation
South Africa’s only nuclear power plant, Koeberg, has frequently been in the news in 2022, all for the wrong reasons.
Are there cheaper alternatives to nuclear power to alleviate energy shortages in Africa?
Pressing ahead with coal and nuclear power generation projects has come at a huge and unsustainable cost – to both Eskom and the country
For South Africa decommissioning its nuclear plant Koeberg is a reality that cannot be ignored much longer
President Jacob Zuma’s efforts to promote his unpopular nuclear project are weakening him politically but he still seems keen to pursue it.
The decision on whether to proceed with the nuclear plan is destined to become the defining moment of the Jacob Zuma presidency.
South Africa has plans to build new power stations despite many calling for no nuclear energy in the country.
