{"id":39995,"date":"2024-07-01T13:00:59","date_gmt":"2024-07-01T11:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wfeo.org\/?p=39995"},"modified":"2024-08-09T17:15:40","modified_gmt":"2024-08-09T15:15:40","slug":"5th-engineering-partnerships-convention","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wfeo.org\/5th-engineering-partnerships-convention\/","title":{"rendered":"5th Engineering Partnerships Convention"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The 5th Engineering Partnerships Convention (EPC) 2024 was held from 7 to 10 May at the Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT) a public university located in Nyeri County, Kenya, under the theme \u201cEngineering@60: Reflections, Response, Resetting\u201d<\/i>
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The Convention was hosted by the Engineers Boards of Kenya (EBK)<\/a> in partnership with the State Department for Roads<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The official opening of the convention was made by Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen, EGH – Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Roads and Transport, representing the Chief Guest, H.E Hon. Rigathi Gachagua, EGH – The Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya, and WFEO President Mustafa Shehu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The event was attended by over 1881 delegates both physically and online indicating the significance of the convention to the engineering profession.
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\nWFEO President Mustafa Shehu delivering his keynote address during the opening<\/i>
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\nIn his address, Eng. Mustafa B. Shehu highlighted the significant role of regulatory bodies in the globalization of engineering practices. He emphasized the importance of regulatory bodies in maintaining standards and ethics in engineering, as the world became increasingly interconnected. This interconnectedness had blurred geographical boundaries and necessitated that engineers adapt to this new reality, ensuring that their practices align with global standards while addressing the unique challenges and opportunities that globalization presented.<\/p>\n

Shehu outlined the mission and activities of WFEO, established under UNESCO in 1968, which aims to unite engineers from diverse backgrounds to promote sustainable development and innovation. He noted that the WFEO plays a pivotal role in advocacy and guidance, engaging with governments, industries, universities, and professional institutions. It participates actively in international efforts, particularly with the United Nations, to address critical global challenges such as climate change, disaster risk mitigation, and food security. Through these collaborations, WFEO ensures that engineering solutions contribute to sustainable development goals.<\/p>\n

Further, the President noted that the WFEO promotes diversity within the engineering profession, recognizing that varied experiences and backgrounds enrich globalized engineering practices. The organization supports strong policy implementation committees, including those for women in engineering and young engineers. With a membership spanning over 100 countries, WFEO\u2019s leadership reflects this diversity. Shehu\u2019s presidency itself signified this commitment to inclusivity, highlighting initiatives like the Africa Projects Committee and capacity-building programs aimed at empowering African engineers and ensuring they have the necessary skills and opportunities.<\/p>\n

Addressing the role of regulatory bodies, Shehu underscored the importance of setting standards, licensing, certification, accreditation, ethics, and discipline in the engineering profession. He stressed that engineering regulatory bodies must enforce standards and codes of ethics to maintain public and government confidence. He further noted that these bodies also play a crucial role in facilitating the global mobility of engineers by harmonizing standards and ensuring mutual recognition of qualifications. <\/p>\n

In concluding, Shehu called for trust in African engineers and advocated for opportunities for young engineers to gain experience and training, emphasizing that the progress of the continent relied on developing and utilizing its engineering talent.
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\nThe key thematic areas covered during the convention included:<\/p>\n