The Kenya National examination (KNEC) has unveiled a platform that will be used to verify originality of academic certificates. Education Principal Secretary, Julius Bitok, announced through a statement on July,4, that the platform would eliminate the use of fake academic papers. The Public Service Commission has begun using the platform and will be used to recruit employees who are joining the public service.
Julius shared, “This innovation will enhance transparency and credibility in recruitment processes, especially within the public service, and ensure that only the genuine qualifications will be recognised.”
The use of fake academic certificates in the public service has been a longstanding problem, with numerous Kenyans facing court charges for presenting forged documents.
According to the Public Service Commission’s (PSC) annual report for the 2023/2024 financial year, 449 government employees were dismissed after being found in possession of fake certificates.
An additional 181 individuals resigned after it was discovered they had used fraudulent academic papers to secure their positions in government.
