The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has released a sweeping list of 62 institutions it says are not recognised in Ghana, warning the public to exercise caution when dealing with certificates issued by these entities due to serious quality assurance concerns.
In a public notice dated Friday, 17 April 2026, the Commission named a mix of universities, colleges and seminaries from across the globe—including several operating within Ghana—as unrecognised. It urged prospective students and employers to avoid engaging with them without proper verification.
The move forms part of GTEC’s ongoing mandate to safeguard the integrity of Ghana’s tertiary education system and protect the public from substandard or fraudulent academic credentials.
Institutions in Ghana flagged
Among the 62 institutions listed, several are based in Ghana, including Debest College of Science, Arts and Business; Faith University Seminary (FUS); Doxa Open University; Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Training School; Quest International University; Kingdom Living Bible Institute in Kumasi; and Global Professional College in Effiduase.
The inclusion of locally operating institutions is particularly concerning, as some may be actively recruiting Ghanaian students under misleading claims of accreditation.
International institutions cited
The list also features numerous international institutions with authoritative-sounding names, such as Universidad Azteca (Mexico), Atlantic International University (USA), Selinus University of Sciences and Literature (Italy), Crown University International Chartered (USA), and Texila American University (Guyana).
Others named include London Academy of Technology and Management (UK), University of Haana (Germany), East Bridge University (France), Dublin Metropolitan University (UK/Cyprus), and Swiss Management Centre University (Switzerland).
Several Bible colleges and theological seminaries were also flagged, including Rhema Bible Training College (USA), Christian Leadership University (USA), New Life Bible College and Seminary (USA), and Logos University (USA).
Quality assurance concerns
While GTEC did not provide institution-specific details, its action indicates that the listed entities may lack proper accreditation, fail to meet Ghana’s educational standards, or operate with questionable academic integrity.
The notice serves as a strong warning to students, parents and employers who may encounter qualifications from these institutions.
Why this matters
The implications are significant for individuals who have enrolled in or graduated from these unrecognised institutions. Their qualifications may not be accepted for further studies in Ghana, public sector employment, or professional licensing.
Employers are also being advised to rigorously verify the accreditation status of applicants’ credentials—especially when they originate from unfamiliar or listed institutions.
Due diligence advised
GTEC is urging the public to conduct thorough checks before enrolling in any tertiary institution or accepting academic qualifications. Prospective students are encouraged to confirm accreditation status through the Commission’s official channels before committing time and financial resources.
The directive takes immediate effect.
