Angolan Delegation Attends U.S.-Africa Nuclear Energy Summit in Ghana

An Angolan delegation participated in the 2026 U.S.-Africa Nuclear Energy Summit (USANES 2026), held from August 19 to 21 in Accra, Ghana. The summit focused on discussions regarding the peaceful use of nuclear energy on the African continent, with key topics including nuclear workforce development, nuclear safety, regulatory frameworks, institutional capacity building, technological innovation, and international cooperation.

According to a statement from the Angolan diplomatic mission in Ghana, the summit theme was "Building and Sustaining the African Nuclear Workforce," with participants including government representatives, experts, and international partners. The Angolan delegation was composed of Angola's Ambassador to Ghana, Rui Orlando Xavier; Adilson Bernardo, representative of the Americas Department at Angola's Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Zeferino Pintinho, First Secretary of the Embassy.

During the meeting, the Ghanaian side reported that the country has entered the second phase of infrastructure development required for implementing its nuclear power program, and provided updates on progress made in cooperation with the United States, as well as efforts to advance a "123 Agreement" for civil nuclear cooperation.

The United States reaffirmed its support for developing nuclear capabilities in Ghana and other African countries, including the establishment of a regional nuclear training center in Accra to strengthen technical skills training and promote the exchange of professional expertise.

Participants noted that the sustainable advancement of nuclear power programs depends not only on technology and infrastructure, but also on qualified personnel, sound institutions, and effective regulatory mechanisms. The meeting particularly emphasized the important role of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and training in developing domestic professional workforces to meet the needs of the nuclear sector.

The Angolan side considered Ghana's experience in nuclear workforce development, regulatory system building, nuclear safety, scientific research, and technological progress to be of reference value. This participation helped Angola track the progress of nuclear programs in Africa and identify potential cooperation opportunities in technical and scientific training.

The Angolan diplomatic mission in Ghana stated that it will continue to monitor Ghana's nuclear power program, as well as initiatives advanced through Ghana's cooperation with the United States and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).