Africa

South Africa Unveils Nuclear Ambitions in New Energy Plan
South Africa intends to revive a controversial modular nuclear reactor program and step up its reliance on gas to generate electricity, according to a new energy-policy blueprint unveiled by the nation’s electricity and energy minister.

AI Boom Sparks Billion-Dollar Data Center Race in Nigeria
Nigeria is drawing millions of dollars into new data centers, propelled by the voracious online habits of its young, tech-savvy population and a push to harness artificial intelligence to power the next wave of its digital boom, reinforcing its position as one of Africa’s top technology hubs.