Dr. Alice Kande Lauded for Transformative Leadership at KNQA

Dr. Alice Kande, the Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA), continues to earn recognition for her exemplary leadership in driving reforms within Kenya’s qualifications and skills development landscape. Under her stewardship, the Authority has strengthened its regulatory role, enhanced quality assurance mechanisms, and advanced the national agenda of promoting internationally benchmarked qualifications.

Her commitment to expanding global education pathways for Kenyan learners has positioned KNQA as a central player in facilitating skills mobility and international recognition of Kenyan competencies. Dr. Kande’s strategic vision, coupled with her ability to foster strong, multi-sectoral partnerships, has enabled the Authority to champion innovative approaches such as micro-credentials, green skills integration, and alignment with continental and global qualification frameworks.

Colleagues and stakeholders continue to commend her for her professionalism, foresight, and dedication to ensuring that Kenya develops a competitive and future-ready workforce. Dr. Kande’s leadership is widely regarded as instrumental in strengthening institutional collaboration and advancing the country’s aspirations for a robust, knowledge-based economy.