Government Cracks Down on Fake Institutions

Government cracks down on fake institutions

Government cracks down on fake institutions Minenhle.Thusi Wed, 07/16/2025 - 11:00 EAST LONDON - Imagine applying, spending your money, only to discover your tertiary institution isn't registered. The Department of Higher Education and Training says this is far more common than you'd think. Deputy Minister Mimmy Gondwe witnessed this firsthand during her two-day visit to Buffalo City Metro.WATCH | Students duped by bogus collegesIt turns out th…

Gondwe in East London as government cracks the whip on illegal higher education institutions

By Johnathan Paoli As the 2026 academic year approaches, the Higher Education and Training Department is intensifying its national campaign against bogus colleges. According to a register of private higher education institutions provided by the department, there are more than 100 bogus colleges across the country. They thrive for a number reasons, including a desperation for affordable education and a lack of awareness amongst students and paren…