FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

19 February 2010

“To be a leading impartial authority for the regulation of the safe use and handling of nuclear and radioactive materials” - National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) announces new Chief Executive Officer.

The NNR is proud to announce its new Chief Executive Officer, Advocate Boyce, M. Mkhize who commenced official duty on 15 February 2010.

Advocate Boyce brings a wealth of expertise to the NNR as a seasoned Registrar and CEO with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. Boyce’s credentials include a BJuris and LLB degrees from the University of Zululand, Advanced Diploma in Labour Law (cum laude) and a Business Management Programme at UNISA. He was admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of South Africa and has served on numerous church, community and training bodies.

Commenting on his appointment Advocate Boyce said, "I am very gratified at having been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the NNR and I look forward to working with the NNR Board of Directors, the competent staff at the NNR and all Stakeholders.” Advocate Boyce has indicated that he is available for interviews with the media.