Thirteen young individuals from six African nations recently garnered recognition for their innovative exploration of nuclear technologies. Organized by Rosatom, the 2025 edition of the competition attracted over 50 entries from various parts of Africa.
The Atoms Empowering Africa video competition aims to encourage young Africans to delve into nuclear science and technology as pivotal components driving sustainable development across the continent. By fostering an understanding of nuclear energy’s history, current applications, and future possibilities, the initiative seeks to spark creativity and vision among participants.
“This year’s participants truly impressed us with the depth of their ideas and the exceptional quality of their work,”
stated Ryan Collyer, CEO of Rosatom Central and Southern Africa. He emphasized that these budding innovators are not only sharing compelling narratives but also contributing to shaping a forward-looking perspective grounded in sustainability, innovation, and scientific progress.
A diverse panel of international experts hailing from South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, Namibia, Burkina Faso, and Burundi meticulously evaluated the submissions based on criteria such as originality, artistic creativity, relevance to core themes, and overall production quality. The winners were selected based on their profound insights into nuclear innovation and its potential impact on society.
In total, 13 outstanding individuals from countries like South Africa, Egypt , Kenya , Democratic Republic of the Congo , Burundi ,and Namibia stood out for their visionary approach towards nuclear energy exploration. These bright minds will have a unique opportunity to visit prominent nuclear installations in Russia as part of their prize.
“The experience is meant to deepen their understanding of peaceful nuclear technologies while forming cultural and educational connections,”
explained Rosatom . By engaging with iconic sites like the Atom Pavilion at VDNKh in Moscow, the winners will gain valuable insights into global advancements in this field.
Since its inception Atoms Empowering Africa has been instrumental in bringing together numerous creative talents from across the continent. Through promoting international dialogue and raising awareness about the transformative power of nuclear science in addressing real-world challenges ,the initiative continues to inspire a new generation of innovators dedicated to building a sustainable future through technological advancements.
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