KNQA Advocates for Global Recognition of Kenyan Academic Certificates
A government agency is advocating for international recognition of certificates earned by students across the nation.
Dr. Alice Kande, the acting director general of the Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA), stated that the quality of academic credentials is essential for international recognition.
Dr. Kande addressed the pupils of State House Girls in Nairobi following a tree-planting activity and emphasized the significance of having credible credentials in the country.
“The KNQA plays a crucial role in safeguarding the educational achievements of individuals across various platforms and institutions,” said the acting Director General.
2000 trees were planted as a result of a collaboration between KNQA, the Higher Education Loans Board (Helb), and the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS).
Dr. Kande expressed his appreciation for the involvement of these four organizations in this commendable endeavor, highlighting their dedication to preserving the environment and their recognition of the significance of collaborative efforts in tackling the challenges posed by climate change.
She added, “Such efforts not only contribute to a greener future, but also raise environmental sustainability awareness among students and the larger community.”
The Authority was established in 2015 to assist in coordinating and harmonizing the education, training, assessment, and quality assurance of all qualifications awarded in the country, with the goal of enhancing international comparability.
The Authority is implementing the Kenya National Qualification Framework (KNQF) as part of Kenya’s international commitments to develop an accurate, dependable, and robust database of all qualifications in the country, which will enable comparability and information sharing in the global education sector.
Effective educational standards in Kenya define a common core of learning for all students and require them to attain comparable levels of performance and achievement.
The regulations and provisions of the Ministry of Education and the Constitution of Kenya regarding quality education are preparing Kenya for this objective.
The Authority is required by law to evaluate and establish these standards, as well as to implement them in Kenyan institutions.
“We set national standards for accreditation in the country, standards for quality assurance and standards for assessment and examination,’’ reiterated Dr. Kande.
The tree-planting initiative is consistent with the tree-restoration program of President William Samoei Ruto, which seeks to plant 15 billion trees by 2032.
KNQA Advocates for Global Recognition of Kenyan Academic Certificates
