September 22, 2024 (Kenya) Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Universities Network and the Federation of African Universities ( FAU ) come in to agreement to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) sets for the terms and understanding between the two parties to cooperate jointly on the implementation of regional TVET Qualification Framework within the member states and beyond.
The proposed Agreement is aimed at formalising the cooperation between the IGAD and FAU to carry out joint activities that will eventually produce an integrated and harmonised regional Qualifications Framework and also training and educations systems that will facilitate and enhance cooperation in education between the two blocks and countries therein and facilitate mutual recognition of qualifications and mobility of learners and professionals labour.
During the discussion, IGAD representative Mr. Fisseha Meseret , Program Officer- Inclusive Education, Health and Social Development Division, explained the importance of this bilateral relationship for the region and showcased the commitment of IGAD in actualising it.
Furthermore the FAU stressed the importance of IGAD in the East Africa region and applauded to work closely.
The proposed MoU is expected to provide mechanism for coordinated approaches in the implementation of Regional TVET Qualifications Framework, and how FAU members can join IGAD Universities Network and Occupations Standards, Quality Assurance and Curriculum Development, Industrial Training, linkage with industry, among others.