Kenyan Young Generation in Nuclear(KYGN) hosted the first African Youth Nuclear summit in Nairobi from 27th to 30th March, 2017. The summit brought together young and senior nuclear professionals from the; academia,research and development, radiation services providers, healthcare, nuclear operators, nuclear regulators among others to share, exchange ideas and network on issues related to nuclear science and technology.
As the first African Youth Nuclear Summit, the purpose of the summit, among other objectives was to strengthen networks among the professionals in nuclear science and technology opening up future opportunities for the youth.
The conference was held at the Kenyatta International Conference Center in Nairobi, Kenya. This was chosen as Nairobi is vibrant city with world class amenities for accommodation and international travel.
