Part of the plan will see the department facilitate the creation of additional space in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), to accommodate the increasing number of Grade 12 school leavers.
This involves establishing elevated standards of education and welcoming private HEIs to complement government schools.
Prime Minister James Marape has welcomed the 2024 MAP, following a comprehensive session on Thursday, January 4, 2023, with Higher Education Research Science and Technology Minister, Don Polye and Acting Secretary Professor Fr Jan Czuba.