The article, published in the issue of ReSource, features an in-depth interview with our CEO, Mr Riedewaan Bakardien. It highlights South Africa’s nuclear energy landscape and NRWDI’s role in safely managing the country’s radioactive waste. Bakardien outlines the origins, categories, and disposal strategies for nuclear waste, with a focus on the Vaalputs disposal site. He also discusses plans for a Central Interim Storage Facility and a future Deep Geological Repository for high-level waste. Emphasizing public safety, education, and global best practices, Bakardien addresses misconceptions around nuclear energy and reinforces NRWDI’s commitment to long-term environmental protection.
ReSource June 2025 – Infrastructure news