Anna‑Mart van Wyk

Join Professor Anna-Mart van Wyk, a nuclear historian, and Robin E. Möser, a nuclear verification researcher, as they unravel South Africa's intriguing nuclear journey. Discover how apartheid-era policies fostered a secret arsenal, marked by a mysterious 1979 test. They dive into the decision to dismantle the weapons during a political shift, revealing rapid disarmament and the pivotal role of IAEA safeguards. Insights into the political complexities of nuclear disarmament provide valuable lessons for future negotiations and international relations.