Vienna, Austria will host the 70th IAEA General Conference at the Vienna International Centre from 14 to 18 September 2026. Representatives from 181 Member States meet annually focusing on strengthening the contribution of nuclear science and technology to global development, energy security, safety and security, and international cooperation.

South Africa is participating in 70th IAEA General Conference 2026 with various entities namely South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa), Eskom, National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute (NRWDI), National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) and National Research Foundation (NRF)  led by the Department of Electricity and Energy (DEE).