Speaker
Description
It is remarkable that sciences and technology improve life in multiple dimensions once properly used. In this regard, especially on the African continent, efforts are being made in promoting peaceful use of nuclear sciences and technology which is very productive in some key sectors such as agriculture and healthcare. A very few African countries already have in place some operating nuclear installation facilities. However, in recent years there is a growing number of countries in Africa that have embarked or considering to embark on developing nuclear programme for socio-economic development. Although challenging due to limited financial and human resources, this initiative opens new doors for education, training, research, and development with people from all over the world. Perspective on status of nuclear programme in East African region, particularly the ongoing project to establish a Center for Nuclear Science and Technology (CNST) in Rwanda, is presented.
