Energy and educational experts from Russia and Ghana recently gathered for a virtual seminar focused on expanding collaboration in nuclear science and technology.
The event, titled “Energy Education & Innovation Seminar: Strengthening Ghana–Russia Collaboration in Nuclear Science and Energy”, brought together representatives from universities, public institutions, and industrial partners to explore long-term cooperation in education, research, and innovation.
The seminar marked another step in the development of the Ghana–Russia nuclear partnership, which began in 2012 with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding and was reinforced by an Intergovernmental Agreement in 2015.
Since then, the relationship has grown to include knowledge exchange, technical assessments, and joint educational initiatives.
“International cooperation in education and research creates lasting bridges between countries. Today’s scientific partnerships are not just about sharing technologies — they are about sharing dreams, ideas, and ambitions. The growing collaboration between Russia and Ghana in nuclear science shows how knowledge can unite different nations and help build a sustainable future that benefits all,” noted Ryan Collyer, CEO of Rosatom Central and Southern Africa.
Speakers included Dr. Robert B.M. Sogbadji, Deputy Director for Energy at the Ministry of Energy of Ghana, alongside representatives from Rosatom and leading Russian universities — including Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia named after Patrice Lumumba (RUDN University), Tomsk Polytechnic University, and the National University of Science and Technology (NUST MISIS).
They presented concepts for industrial-educational cooperation, discussed non-power applications of nuclear technologies, and outlined models for collaboration in areas such as the circular economy and low-carbon development.
The seminar also highlighted the importance of strengthening scientific and educational partnerships to support national expertise in peaceful nuclear technologies — both for energy generation and for wider non-energy applications.
The seminar took place as part of a broader initiative to foster collaboration between Rosatom and African countries through long-term partnerships in science, education, and industry.
Ghana, which continues to explore peaceful nuclear energy options, views these joint efforts as an investment in both national capacity and regional sustainability.
The 2025 seminar comes at a symbolic moment: this year marks 80 years of Russian nuclear industry and the 500th anniversary of the Northern Sea Route.
Both milestones highlight how international collaboration in science and engineering can shape global progress for generations to come.
Source:https://energynewsafrica.com
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