World nuclear leaders and stakeholders attending International Conference on Nuclear Energy (ICoNE) in Nairobi Kenya on 24th March 2026.
The African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE) highlighted the critical role of nuclear technology in meeting Africa’s rising energy demand during the International Conference on Nuclear Energy (ICoNE), held in Nairobi, Kenya.
AFCONE reinforced its commitment to implementing the Pelindaba Treaty while advancing safe and secure nuclear power deployment across the continent, in line with African Union Agenda 2063.
The ICoNE 2026 conference in Nairobi brought together a diverse group of stakeholders from across Africa, including policymakers, nuclear regulators, technical experts, academia, youth, women in nuclear networks, and international organizations.
AFCONE Chairperson H.E. Gaspard LIYOKO MBOYO and Commissioner Dr. Nortin Titus participating in Ministerial roundtable discussion, on 24th March 2026.
“This meeting offers Africa a timely opportunity to reflect together on the significant developments over the past few decades, so that we can move forward with a shared understanding of the realities shaping our relations and responsibilities”, said H.E. Gaspard MBOYO when delivering his remarks during high-level session.
AFCONE Chairperson H.E. Gaspard LIYOKO MBOYO delivering key remarks during High-level opening session on 24th March 2026.
The Chairperson emphasised that the African Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone Treaty stands as a landmark achievement in global non-proliferation, with 44 African states having ratified it as of May 2022.
“By creating the world’s largest nuclear-weapon-free zone, African has clearly demonstrated strong leadership commitment to nuclear security and non-proliferation, with a success story of 44 ratifications of Pelindaba Treaty”, Mr Mboyo emphasised to the delegation.
AFCONE Chairperson H.E. Gaspard LIYOKO MBOYO accompanied by Commissioner Dr. Nortin Titus and Interim Executive Secretary Mr. Collins Omondi visits Women in Nuclear exhibition.