The Sunday Mail
Emmanuel Kafe
Government has approved the framework for cooperation with the Russian Federation State Atomic Energy Corporation, as it explores the feasibility of using nuclear energy as an alternative source of power.
The tie-up could culminate in the establishment of a centre for nuclear science and technology in the country.
Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Monica Mutsvangwa announced at a post-Cabinet briefing on Tuesday that a memorandum of understanding between Government and the Russian Federation State Atomic Energy Corporation had been approved.
“Cabinet considered and approved the Memorandum of Understanding between the Republic of Zimbabwe and the Russian Federation State Atomic Energy Corporation, which was presented by the Attorney-General on behalf of the chairman of the Cabinet Committee on Legislation,” said Minister Mutsvangwa.
“The memorandum seeks to facilitate higher level cooperation between the two countries in the use of nuclear energy, by laying a foundation for the execution of the agreed areas of cooperation.”
She said joint working groups will be established to identify specific projects to facilitate the cooperation, including exploring the feasibility of constructing a centre for nuclear science and technology in the country.
“The anticipated cooperation in the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes will provide alternative sources of energy which Zimbabwe needs.”
