Visitor Centre

The Centre belongs to Necsa, which is a State-owned organisation set up to do research on nuclear science and technology and it also runs SAFARI-1 research reactor.

WHAT WE DO

We take visitors through our centre on guided tours, we run workshops on different nuclear topics of interest, we present holiday programmes during schools holidays, we participate in various nationwide exhibitions and we also run many other programmes within the centre. As such we strive to contribute to the overall improvement of general nuclear knowledge.

VISION

1. To be a recognised centre of excellence in the field of Nuclear Science and technology communication in South Africa and globally.
2. The Necsa Visitor Centre strives for communications excellence, liaison and facilitation, disseminating of nuclear knowledge, by ensuring reputable stakeholder relations to maintain the highest level of customer satisfaction.
3. To contribute to the improvement of life of the Southern African public by improving nuclear science and technology knowledge and skills through the utilization of interactive and engaging programmes and exhibits.

MISSION

1. To inform the public on nuclear science and technology, promote and market Necsa Group and its products nationally, regionally and internationally through various means.
2. To disseminate knowledge in nuclear science and technology to the public in general and the youth in particular through enjoyable, engaging hands-on exhibits, displays and programmes, so that they can appreciate the relevance of nuclear science and technology in their daily lives.
3. To serve as a catalyst for our youth to develop their creativity and to nurture their interest in related science technology, engineering and mathematics fields.