Kenya's Push to Join the Washington Accord: Unlocking Global Practice for Engineers
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, a global agreement that recognizes engineering degree programs accredited by its signatories.
“Joining the Accord will allow Kenyan engineers to have their qualifications recognized globally and enable them to practice in other countries,” said Eng. Margaret Orgai, CEO of the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) in an exclusive interview with the kenya engineer.
The Accord is an international agreement among bodies responsible for accrediting engineering degree programs. Membership enables mutual recognition of graduates’ qualifications — opening opportunities for employment and collaboration across borders.
, Kenya joins South Africa, Nigeria, and Egypt as African signatories — a major step toward global mobility for its engineers.
