Govt Establishes New Body to Verify All Academic Certificates
Through the establishment of the new body, the government hopes to stop corruption at its roots and promote competence and fairness across various sectors...
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The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has announced the establishment of a new body dedicated to verifying academic certificates, aiming to combat the use of forged qualifications for employment.
- The new organization will authenticate academic certificates and oversee curriculum development to ensure the integrity of the education system, as announced by EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud.
- This initiative is a direct response to the rising trend of forged academic documents being used by public officials and job seekers, impacting both national and county governments.
- The agency will collaborate with educational institutions and professional bodies to create a centralized verification system accessible to employers in both public and private sectors.
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