The African University College of Communications (AUCC) has announced a pivotal achievement in its journey as a private University in Ghana, having received Presidential assent to run as a fully-fledged autonomous university.

The feat was chalked on Thursday, December 19, 2024. "The journey to achieving this new status has been made possible through years of invaluable mentorship and guidance from the University of Ghana, University of Cape Coast, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, University of Education, Winneba, as well as Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, and Ministry of Education," part of a press release issued in Accra reads.

The Management of AUCC expressed their heartfelt gratitude to these esteemed institutions for their unwavering support.

The Management of AUCC said, "This significant accomplishment aligns with the University's new name, African University of Communications and Business (AUCB), which embodies the University's expanded mission to provide world-class education and professional development opportunities that combine excellence in communication and media studies with robust industry and technology-oriented programs in business and entrepreneurship within a Pan-African framework." "As a Chartered University, AUCB reaffirms its commitment to equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's evolving economic and social landscapes," the Management assured.