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The Board Chairperson

A word from the Board Chairperson

On behalf of the Board of Directors, I welcome you to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority. Our Board is committed to providing strategic leadership that promotes the safe, secure and peaceful use of radiation and nuclear technologies in Malawi. Through effective governance, accountability and sound decision-making, we strive to protect people, property and the environment while supporting sustainable national development

We value collaboration with Government, industry, development partners, professionals and the public in advancing radiation safety and regulatory excellence. Together, we will continue strengthening transparency, innovation and public confidence while ensuring that AERA fulfils its mandate with integrity, professionalism and responsibility

Dr. Leo Masamba

Board Composition

Experienced leaders providing strategic guidance & governance

Environmental and Natural Resources Leadership

Provides leadership on environmental protection, sustainable resource management, energy and mining. This perspective promotes the safe and responsible use of natural resources while ensuring that radiation-related activities protect people, ecosystems and the environment

  • Environmental stewardship
  • Resource sustainability
  • Energy and mining
  • Environmental protection

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International Relations Leadership

Strengthens collaboration with international partners and supports compliance with global treaties, conventions and standards governing the peaceful use of nuclear science and radiation technologies

  • International cooperation
  • Treaty compliance
  • Global partnerships
  • Diplomatic engagement

02

Financial Governance Leadership

Promotes sound financial management, accountability and strategic resource planning. This leadership helps ensure the Authority remains financially sustainable while delivering its regulatory mandate

  • Financial oversight
  • Resource management
  • Fiscal accountability
  • Strategic planning

03

Legal and Regulatory Leadership

Provides expertise on legislation, regulatory governance and legal compliance. This leadership strengthens implementation of the Atomic Energy Act and supports fair, transparent regulatory decision-making

  • Legal compliance
  • Regulatory governance
  • Legislative guidance
  • Enforcement support

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Public Interest Leadership

Brings the perspectives of communities and civil society into Board deliberations. This leadership promotes transparency, stakeholder engagement and decisions that reflect the broader public interest

  • Public participation
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Transparency
  • Community interests

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Labour and Employment Leadership

Provides expertise on labour policy, employment standards and workplace governance. This leadership strengthens the integration of occupational health and safety into AERA's regulatory framework

  • Labour standards
  • Workplace governance
  • Employment policies
  • Occupational health

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Board Members

A team committed to strong governance & regulatory excellence

Mr. Benon Yasin

Board MemberEnvironmental Affairs

Mr. Joseph Kalowekamo

Board MemberMinistry of Energy and Mining

Counsel Joel Matonga

Board MemberMinistry of Foreign Affairs

Ms Priscilla Fatch

Board MemberMinistry of Finance

Counsel Isaac Chiundira

Board MemberMinistry of Justice

Ms Karen Price

Board MemberNon Governmental Organization

Mr Goodluck Kayange

Board MemberMalawi Congress of Trade Union

Mr Ronald Mbewe

Board MemberMinistry of Labour