South Sudan Joins East African Engineering Pact -What You Need to Know
Big news in the world of East African engineering as South Sudan just hopped on board the East African Community's (EAC) Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for engineers. Basically, this means qualified engineers can easily move between EAC countries for work.
This is a big deal for making sure there are enough skilled engineers across the region of East Africa. The agreement makes it easier for countries to accept each other's engineering qualifications, which should speed things up for engineers wanting to work across borders.
Think of it like a passport for engineers! This kind of agreement is important for the EAC's goal of a common market with free movement of professionals. They've been working on this through initiatives like DIGEAT and LIFTED, which help smooth out the proces...