Ghana Takes Stand Against Misuse of Honorary Academic Titles
Ghana’s higher education watchdog has taken decisive action against the popular yet controversial practice of using honorary doctorates and professorship titles in public—a move that has drawn attention beyond its borders, including Thailand, where academic integrity is a valued aspect of education and social status. The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) recently issued a directive restricting the public use of these titles, underpinning concerns about rising academic title abuse that threatens the credibility of the country’s education system. As Thailand grapples with its own educational reforms and the social importance attached to academic qualifications, this development offers fresh vantage points for local readers keen on honest academic recognition.