Russia and China throw weight behind Africa's nuclear power drive

Continent's growing energy needs tie into tug of war for regional influence

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South Africa's Koeberg plant, near Cape Town, is currently Africa's only nuclear power station.

TAKESHI KUMON, Nikkei staff writer

CAIRO -- African countries turning to nuclear power as electricity demand soars are finding partners in Russia and China, offering them an avenue to expand their influence in this fast-growing region.

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