The Kingdom of Morocco has been unanimously elected as Commissioner of the African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE) for a three-year term.

This historic decision was made during the seventh Conference of State Parties to the Pelindaba Treaty, held at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa.

The election underscores the trust placed in Morocco’s leadership in nuclear safety, security, and peaceful applications across the continent. It aligns with the vision outlined by Morocco’s leadership to promote peace, stability, and sustainable development through responsible nuclear energy use.

Morocco’s selection reflects its growing influence as a regional hub for the peaceful application of nuclear technology. The country has made significant strides in leveraging nuclear science to address pressing socio-economic challenges, including healthcare, agriculture, water stress, and food security.

The role of AFCONE Commissioner is a critical one, combining strategic oversight with technical and diplomatic responsibilities to ensure Africa remains free of nuclear weapons while advancing its energy and development goals.

Morocco’s delegation, led by Ambassador Mohamed Arrouchi—Morocco’s Permanent Representative to the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa—participated in the hybrid-format conference. The delegation included experts from the National Centre for Nuclear Energy, Sciences, and Techniques (CNESTEN) and the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR).