A bold warning has been issued: the registration of three private institutions may be canceled. Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela has released a Notice of Intent to terminate the registrations of Damelin, City Varsity, and ICESA City Campus.
Why this matters: the department points to repeated non-compliance, including failure to submit annual reports and to demonstrate financial viability. These gaps raise questions about ongoing accountability and the ability of these schools to meet standard operating requirements.
There’s also a development regarding ICESA City Campus—it has reportedly stopped operating.
What happens next: the notice will appear in the Government Gazette, after which affected students should expect government-backed support to help them navigate the changes.
This situation underscores a larger debate about quality assurance in private higher education. Should institutions face stricter monitoring, or should protections for students take priority even when schools are downsizing or closing? If you have strong views on accountability, funding, or student protections in higher education, share them below.
