JSE-listed ADvTECH has said it welcomes the long overdue gazetting of the Policy for the Recognition of South African Higher Education Institutional Types (Government Gazette No. 53515, 17 October 2025).

“This development is an important next step to ensure private higher education institutions can rightfully be designated as universities alongside their peers in the public sector,” commented ADvTECH CEO Geoff Whyte.

The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has indicated that draft regulations pertaining to the application process, timelines and specifics of criteria will be released for public comment within the next three to six months. 

“As soon as it is possible, ADvTECH will apply separately for university status for both its Rosebank International and Emeris brands,” concluded Whyte.