Mr. Justus Wabuyabo
Chief Executive Officer
Nuclear Power and Energy Agency (NuPEA), Kenya
Session
Powering the Future Workforce: Nuclear Energy as a Catalyst for Skills, Innovation, and Sustainable Development
Session Abstract
Nuclear power is a strategic driver of workforce development, creating demand for highly skilled professionals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics while supporting industrialisation and economic growth. By providing reliable, low-carbon baseload electricity, it strengthens key sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, and technology. As Kenya advances plans to introduce nuclear energy, there is an urgent need to develop a skilled workforce capable of supporting the sector across its entire value chain. This session discusses Kenya's preparedness for nuclear power adoption and its implications for workforce development.
Speaker Profile
Mr. Wabuyabo holds a Bachelor of Laws Degree from Moi University and a Master's Degree in International Law from the University of Nairobi. He is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with over 22 years of experience, also serving as a Certified Public Secretary, Commissioner of Oaths, Notary Public and Accredited Governance Auditor. He joined NuPEA in 2019 as Director, Legal and Regulatory Services and Corporation Secretary, having previously served as General Manager, Legal and Corporate Services at National Water and Harvesting Authority.