The Private Universities Founders Association (PUFA)-Ghana has lauded the government over what, according to them, is a clear indication of openness to dialogue and a genuine interest in addressing the concerns of private universities nationwide.

In a statement signed by PUFA-Ghana’s President, Dr. Paul Kofi Fynn, the association expressed deep appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama and Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang for granting them an audience at Jubilee House to discuss the future of private tertiary education in Ghana.

The statement noted that during the landmark meeting, PUFA-Ghana was given a platform to raise critical issues affecting the private university sector, particularly the government’s new policy direction on optional chartering of private universities.

The association stressed that engagement marked the first time it held such a high-level discussion, signaling that the government recognises private universities as a key pillar of Ghana’s educational landscape.

“PUFA-Ghana remains highly encouraged by the government’s openness to dialogue and its proactive approach in altering the mandatory time-bound chartering requirements for Private Universities and making the policy optional, which is essential for fostering the sustainability of the sector,” the statement read.

The association further reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with government to ensure that Ghana’s tertiary education sector remains inclusive, competitive, and aligned with global standards.