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Register of Private Colleges

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Source domain: dhet.gov.za

Collected on 16 October 2026

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What this means

This is the Register of Private Higher Education Institutions, last updated 14 October 2026. It explains that the register records institutions’ registration status and that the public may inspect it. It also outlines the legal and accreditation framework for private institutions.

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Inspect the Register of Private Higher Education Institutions

Members of the public may inspect the register, which provides information on the registration status of private higher education institutions.

Who it is for
Any member of the public
How to act on it
Inspect the Register at the Department of Higher Education and Training website under Documents/Registers.
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In terms of section 56(1) (a), any member of the public has the right to inspect the Register.

Key Takeaways

  • Register of Private Higher Education Institutions
  • Last update: 14 October 2026
  • Members of the public have the right to inspect the Register
  • The Register is available at dhet.gov.za under Documents/Registers
  • Private institutions must be registered with DHET to operate legally
  • Department of Higher Education and Training
  • Council on Higher Education (CHE)
  • Umalusi
  • Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
  • South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)