Radiation Protection Authority

Protecting workers, members of the public and the environment from harmful effects of ionising radiation

Mission

“To regulate activities resulting into radiation exposure, for the protection of people and the environment from harmful effects of radiation ”

Vision

“A credible regulator ensuring a radiation safe environment”

What we do

The mandate of RPA is derived from the functions stipulated in Part II section 7 and Part III section 18 of the…

RADIATION PROTECTION AUTHORITY LAUNCHES STRATEGIC PLAN 2019-2021 AND THE SERVICE DELIVERY CHARTER

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Theme: Nuclear and Radiation Safety Culture our Goal RADIATION PROTECTION CONFERENCE 2019

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Ministry of Higher Education through (NEPIO) in collaboration with RPA hosts international conference on Enhancing Africa's capacity on Nuclear Safety, Security and Safeguards in SADC Countries

PROJECT MC5.01/15B Support to Southern African States in Nuclear Safety and Safeguards National Training Course in Nuclear Safety,Security and Safeguards in the Transport of Uranium Ore Concentrates (UOC) and other Radioactive Materials

RPA signs MOU with DMMU

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The Radiation Protection Authority hosts the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), at a National Workshop to Raise Awareness on the Amendment to the Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Material (A/CPPNM).

NNR HOSTED A SUCCESFUL BILATERAL SCIENTIFIC VISIT FOR THE RADIATION PROTECTION AUTHORITY ZAMBIA: COMMITTED TO STRENGTHENING NUCLEAR SAFETY REGULATORY COOPERATION IN THE AFRICAN REGION.

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INSPECTIONS: Ensuring safety of workers from hazards arising from the use of devices or materials capable of producing ionising radiation

ZAMBIA SIGNS AGREEMENT BETWEEN RADIATION PROTECTION AUTHORITY AND THE FEDERAL ENVIRONMENTAL, INDUSTRIAL AND NUCLEAR SUPERVISION SERVICE (THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION): On cooperation in the field of nuclear and radiation safety regulation in the peaceful use of atomic energy

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IAEA Hosts Drafting of Regulations on Radiation Safety for African Countries Focus on ensuring compatibility between national regulations and IAEA safety standards

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The Radiation Protection Authority was among several organizations exhibiting at the 94th Agricultural and Commercial Show from July 27 to August 1, 2022. This year's theme is

ZAMBIA SIGNS AGREEMENT BETWEEN RADIATION PROTECTION AUTHORITY AND THE FEDERAL ENVIRONMENTAL, INDUSTRIAL AND NUCLEAR SUPERVISION SERVICE (THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION): On cooperation in the field of nuclear and radiation safety regulation in the peaceful use of atomic energy

RPA hosts Nuclear Security Workshop

RPA hosts Nuclear Security workshop

RADIATION PROTECTION AUTHORITY LAUNCHES STRATEGIC PLAN 2019-2021 AND THE SERVICE DELIVERY CHARTER 24th DECEMBER 2019

RPA hosts Nuclear Security Workshop

RADIATION PROTECTION AUTHORITY LAUNCHES STRATEGIC PLAN 2019-2021 AND THE SERVICE DELIVERY CHARTER

PROJECT MC5.01/15B Support to Southern African States in Nuclear Safety and Safeguards National Training Course in Nuclear Safety,Security and Safeguards in the Transport of Uranium Ore Concentrates (UOC) and other Radioactive Materials

Strengthening and Harmonizing National Capabilities for Response to Radiation Emergencies RAF9055

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The Radiation Protection Authority is hosting a two-day National Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety Awareness meeting in Lusaka from August 8th to August 9th, 2022

Nuclear Funwalk Promoting Nuclear Science and Technology in Zambia

Welcome to RPA An excellent regulatory body in protecting people and the environment from harmful effects of ionising radiation

The Radiation Protection Authority was among several organizations exhibiting at the 94th Agricultural and Commercial Show from July 27 to August 1, 2022. This year's theme is

RPA STAFF TRAINING IN RADIATION SHIELDING Training on radiation shielding protection

RPA signs MOU with DMMU

A WORD FROM THE ED

Executive Directors Message

Approximately 60 years ago, U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered his famous “Atoms for Peace” speech to the United Nations General Assembly in which he outlined his vision for shifting the use of nuclear energy from war to activities that benefit mankind. Approximately 10 years later, our country Zambia as we know it today was born and indeed over the last 50 years, Zambia has steadfastly cherished Eisenhower’s principle and the use of Ionising Radiation in Zambia for beneficial activities has steadily increased. The number of sectors and institutions employing Ionising Radiation for the benefit of Zambians has expanded to include those in the Health, Manufacturing, Mining, Agriculture, and Research and Training sectors.

FAQS

What are the main functions of RPA?

RPA is a statutory Body under the Ministry of Technology and Science established by the Government of the Republic of Zambia through an act of parliament No. 16 of 2005. Its main functions and powers are to provide for the protection of the public, patient and environment from hazards arising from the use of devices or materials capable of producing ionising radiation.

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RPA is a statutory Body under the Ministry of Technology and Science established by the Government of the Republic of Zambia through an act of parliament No. 16 of 2005. Its main functions and powers are to provide for the protection of the public, patient and environment from hazards arising from the use of devices or materials capable of producing ionising radiation.