NEISA Conference, Kigali, Rwanda

Last week, three members of our team had the honour of attending the Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa (hashtag#NEISA2025). The conference took place on June 30th and July 1st in Kigali. This powerful gathering brought together leaders from across the continent and beyond to explore nuclear energy innovation as a critical part of Africa’s energy transition.

Representing Cambridge AtomWorks were:

Prof. Ian Farnan, Chief Executive Officer:
Ian Farman participated in a fireside chat on “Advancements in Fuel Types, Safety & Waste Management Innovation,” offering deep expertise on sustainable fuel cycles and nuclear material management in the African context.

Prof. Eugene Shwageraus, Chief Technical Officer:
Eugene Shwageraus contributed to the session on “SMR Spotlight: Innovations Powering the Future”, sharing technical insights on the potential of Small Modular Reactors to deliver low-carbon, flexible, and scalable energy tailored to Africa’s needs.

Chira Zerbo, International Business Development Specialist
Chira Zerbo took part in the “Women Championing Nuclear Energy Implementation in Africa” spotlight session, emphasising the importance of inclusive leadership and representation in the nuclear sector.

Beyond the sessions, NEISAfrica provided an incredible platform to connect with experts, policymakers, innovators, and youth driving Africa’s nuclear future. The quality of the discussions, the calibre of speakers, and the spirit of collaboration were truly inspiring.

We’re excited to build on these connections and continue contributing to Africa’s clean energy journey.