The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has published a sweeping list of 62 institutions that are not recognised in Ghana, warning the public to exercise due diligence with regard to any certificates issued by these entities.
In a public notice issued on Friday, 17th April 2026, GTEC named universities, colleges, and seminaries from across the globe—including several operating within Ghana—as unrecognised, cautioning prospective students and employers against engaging with them.
The Commission’s action is part of its ongoing mandate to protect the integrity of Ghana’s tertiary education system and shield the public from substandard or fraudulent academic credentials.
Institutions in Ghana named
Among the 62 listed institutions, 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 raises particular concern, as these entities may be actively recruiting Ghanaian students under false pretences.
International institutions cited
The list also features numerous international institutions with grand-sounding names, including 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 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 also appear on the list, including Rhema Bible Training College (USA), Christian Leadership University (USA), New Life Bible College and Seminary (USA), and Logos University (USA).
Quality assurance concerns
GTEC did not provide specific details on the nature of the quality assurance concerns for each institution, but the Commission’s action suggests that these entities either lack proper accreditation, fail to meet Ghana’s educational standards, or have been found to operate with questionable academic integrity.
The notice serves as a critical warning to Ghanaian students, parents, and employers who may encounter certificates from these institutions.
Why this matters
For students who may have already enrolled in or graduated from these unrecognised institutions, the GTEC notice carries serious implications. Their qualifications may not be accepted for further studies in Ghana, for employment in the public service, or for professional licensing.
Employers are also advised to verify the accreditation status of job applicants’ qualifications, particularly if those qualifications come from any of the named institutions.
Due diligence advised
GTEC urged the public to exercise due diligence before enrolling in any tertiary institution or accepting qualifications from unknown sources. Prospective students should verify the accreditation status of institutions through the Commission’s official channels before committing time and money to any programme.
The Commission’s notice is effective immediately.
