Critical systemic reforms starting, but experts are sceptical
The Angolan government has been implementing several measures to improve the negative reputation of its higher education system, such as stricter accreditation and assessment laws, but experts say these changes need to be implemented more comprehensively.
Since President João Lourenço took office in 2017 after almost 38 years under José Eduardo dos Santos’ command, the country has seen significant change. This includes anti-corruption cases against former ministers and generals, more civil liberties and the privatisation of more than 190 companies – all unthinkable under dos Santos, a leftist who rewarded party loyalty.
Among the changes planned are improvements to the quality of a higher education sector that was expanded significantly between 2009 and 2010 (including the launch of additional private bodies).