Morocco elected unanimously to the African Commission on Nuclear Energy

Friday 26 June 2026 - 15:40

By: Azzat Manal

Morocco elected unanimously to the African Commission on Nuclear Energy

Morocco has been unanimously elected as a commissioner to the African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE) for a three-year term, reaffirming the country's growing influence in promoting the peaceful use of nuclear technology across the African continent.

The election took place during the seventh Conference of States Parties to the Pelindaba Treaty, held at the headquarters of the African Union in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The treaty establishes Africa as a nuclear-weapon-free zone and promotes regional cooperation on nuclear safety, security, and peaceful applications of nuclear science.

Morocco's re-election reflects the confidence that African nations continue to place in the Kingdom's expertise and its long-standing commitment to regional peace, sustainable development, and international cooperation. The country has increasingly positioned itself as a regional hub for peaceful nuclear technology, particularly in sectors that directly support socioeconomic development.

Through its scientific institutions and specialized agencies, Morocco has expanded the use of nuclear techniques in healthcare, agriculture, water resource management, food security, and environmental protection. These applications contribute to improving public services while supporting sustainable development objectives across Africa.

As a member of AFCONE, Morocco will contribute to monitoring the implementation of the Pelindaba Treaty and strengthening cooperation among African states in nuclear governance, safety standards, and non-proliferation efforts. The commission also works closely with international partners to promote responsible and secure uses of nuclear technology throughout the continent.

The Moroccan delegation participating in the conference was led by the Kingdom's Permanent Representative to the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, alongside representatives from the National Center for Nuclear Energy, Sciences and Techniques (CNESTEN) and the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNUR).

Morocco's renewed mandate highlights its active diplomatic engagement within African institutions and reinforces its role as a trusted partner in advancing scientific innovation, regional security, and sustainable development through the peaceful application of nuclear technology.