Current Nuclear Security Education Initiatives in South Africa

This paper presents the results of educational efforts to enhance nuclear security in South Africa, with focus paid to efforts to develop university faculty through ‘train- the-educator’ programmes. South Africa currently operates the only nuclear power plant on the African continent and has plans to significantly expand its nuclear infrastructure. In this context, there is a strong need for human resource development in the emergent field of nuclear security. Furthermore, South Africa represents a role model for regional neighbours aspiring to develop their own nuclear power programme. The development of nuclear security education in South Africa could thus serve as a blueprint for regional efforts.