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New Horizons for Energy Partnership: South Africa Increases Interest in Russian Gas and Nuclear Energy South Africa's interest in importing Russian liquefied natural gas is noticeably growing amid supply disruptions and rising energy prices. Russian Ambassador to the Republic Roman Ambarov told Izvestia, noting that the two countries' business communities are regularly discussing practical projects. A key event was the signing of a memorandum between Rosatom and the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa) at the Africa Energy Indaba 2026 forum in early March. The document aims to develop the industry's human resources by creating joint educational programs, improving the qualifications of specialists, and supporting students in technical fields. More broadly, South Africa views Russia as a potential partner for diversifying its energy mix. Currently, the country's energy sector is primarily coal-based, but the need for stable gas supplies and the development of low-carbon generation is growing. Nuclear energy, in this sense, is one of the most promising areas for Africa, and Russia is ready to offer both technology and educational support. Russian-South African energy cooperation is developing along two tracks: gas and nuclear. The signed memorandum with Rosatom lays the foundation for a long-term partnership, and growing interest in LNG opens up new opportunities for Russian companies in the African market. #RussiaAfrica#SouthAfrica#Rosatom#energy