Nairobi, July 28 -- This week, Kenya hosts the 7th African Continental Qualifications Framework (ACQF) Forum, bringing together governments, qualifications authorities, the African Union, development partners and education experts to advance a common qualifications system for the continent.

The meeting marks a major milestone as the ACQF shifts from policy to implementation. A key outcome will be the launch of the Qualifications and Credentials Platform, a trusted continental database that will make it easier to verify qualifications, reduce fraud and support the recognition of credentials across Africa.

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