THE IMPERATIVE FOR EXPANDING PRIVATE TERTIARY EDUCATION (April 2025)
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After 30 years of growing our democracy, there is plenty of expectation that South Africa needs to reclaim its position as the continent's largest economy. While there are signs that the South African economy has turned a corner and that economic growth of above 1,5% (and possibly higher) is within our grasp, more can be done.
This will largely depend on South Africa's primary, secondary, and tertiary education sectors, as well as the country's ability to produce highly qualified professionals who will drive economic growth. However, the South African tertiary education sector is at a crossroads as public universities face significant challenges and students demand access to tertiary education.
“The burgeoning demand for tertiary education among young people starkly contrasts with the limited availability of seats in public institutions, underscoring the urgent need to bolster private tertiary education as a viable alternative. This is a strategic imperative we should all work towards," says Professor Zaheer Hamid, MANCOSA Director and Chief Academic Officer.
