What is The Gambia National Accreditation and Quality Assurance Authority (NAQAA)

The National Accreditation and Quality Assurance Authority (NAQAA) is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing the Gambia National Qualifications Framework (GNQF). As the guardian of educational quality and standards, NAQAA ensures that institutions in The Gambia meet established benchmarks for excellence in education and training.

NAQAA’s role, as outlined in the NAQAA Act, includes promoting the objectives of the GNQF, advancing higher education standards, and coordinating academic and vocational frameworks.

Core Functions of NAQAA

• Monitor the implementation of the GNQF and collaborate with institutions to ensure compliance.
• Develop and enforce quality assurance policies and standards for post-secondary institutions.
• Accredit qualifications and institutions under the GNQF.
• Recognize professional bodies and certify qualifications within The Gambia.
• Engage in research and foster international partnerships to enhance educational quality.
• Maintain the National Learners' Records Database for transparency and accountability.
• Evaluate foreign qualifications for recognition in The Gambia.
• Raise public awareness on the importance of quality education.
• Advise the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology on accreditation and quality assurance matters.