Education is the foundation of regional development. Yet, students in East Africa face numerous barriers to accessing education across partner states.
For instance:
- A Ugandan student studying in Tanzania may pay higher fees.
- A Kenyan student in Rwanda might struggle with foreign currency payments.
Dr. Beatrice Inyangala, Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Higher Education, has urged East African countries to create a harmonized education system, allowing free movement of students and staff within the region.
This vision calls for:
- A common qualifications framework
- Accreditation standards across EAC universities
- Easier recognition of degrees and certificates
- Combating academic fraud
Education should not be a privilege for the few — it should be a shared regional resource that builds unity and prosperity.
