About Us

Our Story

Founded in 2015 by nine pioneering private universities, PUFA-GHANA emerged from the need to protect the interests of private higher education founders while promoting excellence in teaching, research, and community service. Our formal constitution was adopted in January 2023 at Wisconsin International University College, Accra.

Who we are

Our Mission

Our Promise

To consolidate and advance private tertiary education in Ghana through collaborative policy advocacy, innovation, and ethical leadership.

 

Our Vision

Our Promise

To be the transformative force that elevates Ghana’s private universities as global centers of excellence, where innovation meets tradition to educate Africa’s future leaders.

Our Objectives.

We are committed to advancing private higher education in Ghana through strategic initiatives and collaborative excellence.

The objectives of the association shall include, but not limited to the following:

  • To work together for the consolidation and advancement of Private Universities Colleges, and analogous tertiary institutions in Ghana;

  • To influence positively the formulation and shaping of government and other policies concerning Private Universities and other tertiary institutions in Ghana;

  • To be a forum for discussion, determination and dissemination of views of members to state agencies concerning university/tertiary education initiatives/policies;

  • To share fellowship and exchange ideas for the common good of members, including referral of students among members; and

  • And any other objective that members may deem necessary.

Our Governance

The affairs of the association shall be managed for and on behalf of the association, by a body called Executive Council.

The association may appoint sub-committees for specific purposes as and when the need arises.

PUFA-GHANA operates under an elected Executive Council comprising:

President
Vice President
One selected executive member from among the General Membership
Treasurer
Secretary
Public Relations
Legal Affairs (Ex Officio)

Our Journey

2015

September

Ghana Black Star Square

AD 1957

The Foundation

Established as the premier association for private university founders in Ghana.

Founded by 9 private universities to address common challenges

2018

June

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park

Kwame Nkrumah's Statue

National Recognition Achievement & First major policy win

Gained official recognition from the Ministry of Education as a key stakeholder.

Streamlined accreditation process.

2020

August

Ghana National Theatre

The Premier Theatre

Strategic Partnership

Formed comprehensive partnership to enhance educational standards and collaboration.

2023

August

Ghana Parliament House

The Legislature

Formal Association Status & Adoption of Constitution

Achieved full legal status as the official representative body for private universities.

Formal constitution adopted at WIUC, expanding to 23 members.

Our Governance

PUFA-GHANA operates under an elected Executive Council comprising:

Chairman
Vice Chairman
Executive Secretary
Treasurer
6 Regional Representatives

What We Stand For

We are committed to advancing private higher education in Ghana through strategic initiatives, innovative partnerships, and unwavering dedication to academic excellence.

Get Involve

By 2030, we envision a Ghana where PUFA-member institutions:

✓ Set the gold standard for African higher education
✓ Drive 30% of national research output
✓ Achieve 100% graduate employability