Many question were asked about the wisdom of continuing to pursue a nuclear energy programme after the challenging events associated with Japan’s earthquake- and tsunami-stricken Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear plant. But, as the crisis was unfolding, South Africa approved a new power generation mix for the coming 20 years, which incorporates nuclear. To be sure, the environmental approval process and the associated public consultations will be entirely unlike a weekend fishing trip. Prepare for a battle!



















