What is Eskom currently discussing with the World Bank, and what is the intended purpose of those talks?

Eskom is in exploratory talks with the World Bank to help fund a new multi-billion dollar nuclear build programme that could be launched within 12 months.

How much new nuclear generation capacity is Eskom planning to procure, and what is the context for this expansion?

Eskom is preparing a request for information for up to 5,200 megawatts of new nuclear generation capacity, as South Africa seeks baseload generation to diversify its energy mix away from coal-fired plants that supply most of the country's electricity.

South Africa's Eskom in Early Talks with World Bank for Nuclear Expansion

May 20, 2026

Eskom is seeking World Bank funding for a new 5,200 MW nuclear program to diversify South Africa's energy mix away from coal.

reuters

2026-05-20

South Africa's Eskom in Early Talks with World Bank for Nuclear Expansion

South Africa's Eskom in Early Talks with World Bank for Nuclear Expansion

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