Government Agency Pushing for Global Recognition of Student Certificates

The Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA), a government agency, is actively working towards achieving global recognition for certificates earned by students across the country. Dr. Alice Kande, the acting Director General of KNQA, emphasized the critical role of high-quality academic qualifications in gaining international acknowledgment.

During a tree planting event at State House Girls in Nairobi, Dr. Kande addressed the students and underscored the significance of possessing credible qualifications within the country. She highlighted the KNQA’s crucial role in safeguarding educational achievements across various platforms and institutions.

The tree planting initiative, in collaboration with the Higher Education Loans Board (Helb) and Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS), involved the planting of 2000 trees. Dr. Kande commended the participation of these four institutions, emphasizing their commitment to environmental conservation and their understanding of the collective action required to address climate change.

Not only does such effort contribute to a greener future, but it also raises awareness among students and the broader community regarding the importance of environmental sustainability.

Established in 2015, the KNQA aims to coordinate and harmonize education, training, assessment, and quality assurance of all qualifications awarded in Kenya. This is done with the goal of improving quality and international comparability. The Authority is implementing the Kenya National Qualification Framework (KNQF) as part of Kenya’s international commitments to develop a comprehensive and reliable database of all qualifications in the country, enabling comparability and information sharing in the global education sector.

By enforcing effective educational standards, Kenya seeks to define a common core of learning for all students and ensure that they attain uniform levels of performance and achievement. The Ministry of Education, along with the Constitution of Kenya, provides regulations and provisions to achieve quality education in the country.

By law, the Authority is responsible for assessing and establishing these standards, as well as implementing them in Kenyan institutions. This includes setting national standards for accreditation, quality assurance, assessment, and examinations.