The Namibia Business School (NBS) recently participated in the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) Nuclear Tech Education Week 2026 hosted in collaboration with ROSATOM and Moscow Engineering Physic Institute (MePhl) to enrich and capacitate participant in the development of nuclear technology and energy development.

The programme, held from 5–7 October 2026, focused on Machinery and Equipment of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Fundamentals of Radiation Protection; specialist modules designed to expose participants to the technical systems, safety principles and institutional requirements underpinning nuclear-energy development.

Seven students, pursuing an MBA specialising in Natural Resource Management, representing the Namibia Business School, among 106 candidates, were led by Dr Marius Johannes, lecturer and Master of Business Administration Coordinator at NBS. Dr Johannes remarked that NBS participation was significant for academic collaboration and exposing MBA students to new trends in the industry.

“For NBS, the value lies in connecting technical knowledge with executive decision-making. MBA students do not need to become nuclear engineers, but they increasingly need to understand the technologies shaping future investment, energy security, infrastructure, sustainability and national competitiveness”, said Dr Johannes.

This strategic opportunity is particularly relevant to Namibia as a major uranium-producing country with the potential to move beyond a predominantly extractive role towards building greater capability in the nuclear knowledge, technology, governance and energy value chain. Future nuclear development will require not only engineers and scientists, but also leaders with expertise in strategy, finance, governance, project management, supply chains, stakeholder engagement, sustainability and risk management.

Elthea Coetzee, MBA student, emphasized the long-term value of the initiative. “The knowledge and skills gained through this experience will be invaluable in strengthening my understanding of nuclear science and contributing to the effective and responsible management of nuclear technology in Namibia”, said Coetzee.

Dr Johanness added that the central opportunity is to connect nuclear technology expertise with management capability, as well as strengthen MBA learning and deepen collaboration with key stakeholders to progressively build the knowledge base needed for informed nuclear-energy decision-making in Namibia.

Dr Marius Johannes can be reach at mfjohannes@unam.na for postgraduate case studies consultation, collaborative research, executive education and future specialist learning interventions.