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National Radioactive Waste Disposal InstituteRef: https://www.nrwdi.org.za/why-nrwdi/about-us/
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Source domain: nrwdi.org.za
Collected on 28 June 2026
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What this means
The document provides an overview of the National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute (NRWDI), outlining its purpose, history, mission, guiding principles, governance structure, stakeholder engagement strategies, and the legislative and policy frameworks governing radioactive waste management in South Africa. It emphasizes NRWDI's role in providing safe and sustainable disposal solutions and highlights the importance of stakeholder trust and societal acceptance. The document also references relevant policies, such as the Radioactive Waste Management Policy and Strategy of South Africa established in 2005.
Facts
Places
City of Tshwane, Gauteng
Reference
https://www.nrwdi.org.za/why-nrwdi/about-us/
Key Takeaways
- NRWDI
- established December 2009
- Radioactive Waste Management Policy and Strategy published November 2005
- contact email info@nrwdi.org.za
- postal address: Private Bag X1, Pretoria, 0001
- phone numbers: +27 012 305 3222, +27 0800 701 701
- legislation: Institute Act No. 53 of 2008
- stakeholder engagement and public participation
- nuclear power program initiation in the 1970s