The French Embassy in South Africa announced that Ambassador David Martinon has awarded the esteemed National Order of Merit to Professor Bismark Tyobeka, recognizing his significant global contributions to nuclear science.
Professor Tyobeka, who serves as Principal and Vice-Chancellor of North-West University (NWU), is renowned for his expertise in nuclear power. Since 2013, he has also been the CEO of the National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) of South Africa, playing a crucial role in various initiatives under the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
On the international stage, Professor Tyobeka holds influential positions, including Vice-Chairperson of both the International Nuclear Regulatory Cooperation Forum (RCF) and the Forum for Nuclear Regulatory Bodies in Africa (FNRBA).
