This article was originally published as: Challenges Impacting Higher Education Leaders in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goal of Quality Education in South Africa
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Abstract
Developing economies such as South Africa face numerous challenges to achieve sustainability within higher education (HE). This study examined the key challenges facing leaders within HE institutions (HEIs) in South Africa, as they aim to contribute significantly towards the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 4 related to quality education. Using a qualitative research design, the study surveyed 75 leaders in various South African HEIs using an online survey platform. The findings revealed two overarching challenges across public and private institutions: an absence of strong leadership and a complex sociopolitical context. Within public institutions, additional challenges related to bureaucracy, outdated curricula, resourcing, and values were noted. Within private institutions, bureaucracy was also observed, as well as the digital divide; curricula and foundation; finance and affordability; inequitable access; lack of resourcing, benefits, and support.
Authors
- Shamola Pramjeeth (The IIE Varsity College, South Africa)
- Dominique Marie’ Nupen (The IIE Varsity College, South Africa)
- Jayseema Jagernath (The IIE Varsity College, South Africa)
Keywords
challenges, higher education institution, quality education, South Africa, sustainability leadership
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