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Nuclear Energy Act 1999, Act 46 of 1999

National Nuclear RegulatorRef: https://nnr.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/RSA-Nuclear-Energy-Act-46-of-1999.pdf

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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What this means

This is the Nuclear Energy Act 46 of 1999, a national law passed by the Parliament of South Africa. It establishes the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation Limited as a state-owned public company and defines its governance, functions, and accountability. The Act also sets out legal frameworks for nuclear non-proliferation, regulation of nuclear materials and equipment, management of radioactive waste, and compliance with international obligations such as the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and safeguards agreements with the International Atomic Energy Agency. It does not offer any opportunities for application, registration, or participation.

Facts

Reference

https://nnr.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/RSA-Nuclear-Energy-Act-46-of-1999.pdf

Key Takeaways

  • Act 46 of 1999
  • South African Nuclear Energy Corporation Limited
  • Department of Minerals and Energy
  • International Atomic Energy Agency
  • Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty
  • Safeguards Agreement
  • Pelindaba
  • SAFARI nuclear reactor
  • enrichment
  • radioactive waste
  • irradiated fuel
  • South African Nuclear Energy Corporation Limited
  • Department of Minerals and Energy
  • International Atomic Energy Agency
  • Atomic Energy Corporation
  • Director-General
  • inspector
  • Parliament of the Republic of South Africa