Nuclear Agency Reveals Next Move After Residents Oppose Govt's Multi-Billion Project
Should the project materialise, it is expected to generate between 1,000 and 3,000 megawatts of electricity, significantly boosting Kenya’s power supply...
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Following protests against a proposed Ksh500 billion nuclear power plant in Siaya County, the Nuclear Power and Energy Agency (NuPEA) has announced a shift to grassroots-level public engagement.
- The agency will conduct village-level sensitisation to address community concerns regarding the Ksh500 billion project.
- Key organizations involved include the Nuclear Power and Energy Agency (NuPEA) and local residents of Siaya County.
- Protests erupted on May 21, with residents expressing strong opposition to the planned facility.
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