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The multifaceted challenges that await incoming IEK leadership

Prof. Eng. Christopher Maina Muriithi, Dean, School of Engineering and Technology. Murang'a University of Technology.[File, Standard]

With Thursday's Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) elections, the stage is set for a crucial juncture in Kenya's engineering journey. The recent IEK presidential debate, graced by two prominent civil engineers, served as a poignant reminder of the pivotal role engineers play in shaping Kenya's infrastructure and economic landscape.

Yet, amid the technical fervor, a subtle yet significant shift was witnessed-a nod towards gender inclusivity at the highest echelons of IEK's leadership. However, the stark reality persists: Less than 10 female professors adorn Kenya's engineering academia. Despite this, there's a glimmer of progress with the recent addition of the first consulting mechanical lady engineer and thus making the total number of women consulting engineers to hit the 20th mark.

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