The President of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK), Eng. Shammah Kiteme, on Thursday read a joint statement on behalf of built environment professional associations calling for an end to impunity in Kenya’s construction sector following the collapse of a building under construction in South C, Nairobi. Reading the statement, Eng. Kiteme expressed condolences…
Eng. Shammah Kiteme and Eng. Annette Ingaiza at IEK Engineers Golf Day 2025 The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) hosted its inaugural Engineers Golf Day at the Ruiru Sports Club, drawing hundreds of engineers for a unique event that blended sport, networking, and mentorship. The tournament’s central goal was to raise funds to support…
The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) has called for the complete digitalization of engineering approval processes at both county and national government levels, in a bid to reduce delays, curb inefficiencies, and accelerate infrastructure development across the country. Speaking during an IEK side event at the ongoing Devolution Conference in Homa Bay, IEK President…
The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) has raised alarm over persistent regulatory failures in Kenya’s construction sector following the release of a Public Information Pack by the Mombasa County Government concerning a recent building collapse. While commending the Governor for transparency, IEK noted that the findings contained no new revelations and merely echoed longstanding…
The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) has called on the Nairobi County Assembly to streamline the process of development approvals, citing prolonged delays and lack of transparency in the current system. Speaking during a session with the County Assembly Planning Committee on Wednesday morning, IEK President Eng. Shammah Kitemi expressed concerns raised by engineers…
IEK President Shammah Kiteme (L) and Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo (R) during the MOU Signing The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with county governments to enhance quality standards in infrastructure development. The collaboration, which kicked off with the Council of Governors (COG), is aimed at ensuring counties adhere…
The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) is pushing for urgent reforms to Nairobi County’s Electronic Development Applications Management System (eDAMS), citing delays and inefficiencies that are stalling key infrastructure projects and eroding investor confidence. IEK President Eng. Shammah Kiteme raised the alarm during a visit to the Nairobi County Assembly, where engineers were scheduled…
Kenya has taken a significant step toward strengthening Africa’s engineering capacity with the launch of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations’ (WFEO) Engineering Capacity Building for Africa Programme (ECBAP). The initiative, inaugurated by Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) President, Eng. Shammah Kiteme, aims to enhance engineering education, foster innovation, and promote sustainable development across…
