University Steps Up Research to Advance Use of Civilian Nuclear Power in Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, June 7, 2025 (ENA)—Research works are being carried out to utilize nuclear technology in Ethiopia for health, agriculture and source of energy, according to Addis Ababa Science and Technology University (AASTU).

Head of Nuclear Technology Center at the University Derejaw Ayele told ENA that the University has established a center of excellence to enable the country to utilize nuclear technology for sources of energy.  

The university was recently designated as the African Nuclear Science Center, a great milestone to spearhead research works on nuclear technology, he said.

The center will strengthen its research collaborations with countries that have reputed researchers and centers of excellence in nuclear technology knowledge and capabilities, he stated. 

According to Derejaw, research projects are currently underway in various relevant areas.

Elaborating on the growing academic interest in the field, Tewodros Abebaw, a second-year nuclear science engineering student at AASTU, expressed optimism about the future of nuclear technology education in Ethiopia.

The program provides opportunity to train skilled professionals in the field of nuclear science who can contribute to the country's development, he added.

A tripartite agreement was signed in late April between AASTU, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and Tsinghua University of China for the African Nuclear Science and Technology Center under AASTU’s leadership.