The IEB (Independent Examinations Board) is a South African organization that assesses and provides qualifications for South African schools. It is well-recognized within South Africa and its qualifications, like the National Senior Certificate (NSC), are generally considered equivalent to those offered by the South African Department of Basic Education. South African universities typically accept IEB qualifications for admission. However, IEB qualifications are not as widely accepted internationally as those from the Cambridge International Examinations, which are known globally and often recognized by universities and institutions in various countries.