Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority Director General James Keter opens a regional nuclear safety forum in Nairobi yesterday. [Gathenya Njaramba, Standard]Representatives from African countries have made a case for political goodwill in efforts to ensure safety and security in the utilisation of nuclear technology. Participants, mainly drawn from nuclear regulatory authorities in 23 African countries, including Kenya, also called for harmonisation of laws, saying it will allow a coordinated approach in addressing safety and security challenges. At the heart of the forum were discussions around the implementation of IAEA safety standards and code of conduct on the safety and security of radioactive sources, including the supplementary guidance. KNRA Director General James Keter Chumba, who opened the forum, said Kenya was committed to honouring IAEA safety standards and code of conduct.

Source: Daily Nation June 20, 2023 11:11 UTC