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NNR MEDIA UPDATE – European Commission technical cooperation project with NNR-CNSS

National Nuclear RegulatorRef: EXTENDED TO JULY 2026

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Collected on 13 July 2026

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What this means

This document is a media update describing a European Union technical cooperation project that strengthens nuclear safety and radiation protection regulatory capacity at South Africa’s National Nuclear Regulator (NNR), via its Centre for Nuclear Safety and Security (CNSS). It reports that the European Commission Directorate-General for International Partnerships launched an EU Instrument for International Nuclear Safety Cooperation project with the NNR, including technical workshops, a study tour, and online/in-person engagements. The update lists achievements such as completing an “Ageing Management” component, participating in ENSREG TPR 2 on fire hazards, training on multiple safety topics (including NORM and emergency preparedness), and implementing a fellowship programme on safety assessment software codes. The project has been extended to July 2026, and it includes an enquiry contact for communications.

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EXTENDED TO JULY 2026

Key Takeaways

  • European Union technical cooperation project with South Africa’s National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) via CNSS
  • Launched by European Commission Directorate-General for International Partnerships
  • Project under the European Instrument for International Nuclear Safety Cooperation
  • Activities included technical workshops, a study tour, and online/in-person engagements
  • Achievements: completion of “Ageing Management” component
  • Achievements: participation in ENSREG TPR 2 process on fire hazards
  • Training topics: ageing management, fire hazards, safety assessment, safety assessment codes, emergency preparedness response, regulatory documents, NORM
  • Study tour on Emergency Preparedness and Response
  • Fellowship programme on Safety Assessment Software Codes
  • Project extended to July 2026
  • Quote from Dr Nhleko, Director CNSS
  • Enquiries: Gino Moonsamy, 082 535 5365
  • European Commission Directorate-General for International Partnerships
  • European Union
  • European Instrument for International Nuclear Safety Cooperation
  • National Nuclear Regulator (NNR)
  • Centre for Nuclear Safety and Security (CNSS)
  • ENSREG
  • Dr Nhleko
  • Gino Moonsamy