Architects body gets tougher on members

In the wake of increased cases of building collapses and shoddy structures in the country, the Architects Registration Council (ARC) says it aims to instil proficiency to the architectural profession.

In its continued efforts to maintain the integrity of the profession, the council this year started conducting the Architects Registration Council Professional Examination (ARCPE), which is held three times in a year.

According to the registration council, which is the regulatory body for architects, architectural technologists and architectural draftspersons, the third and last of the three examinations will be held next week in Gaborone.

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