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GHITS University crestGHITS University

Founded 2025 · Bamenda, Cameroon

Born From Africa's Need. Built for Africa's Future.

GHITS University exists to transform how psychology, counseling, and clinical work are taught and practiced across Africa.

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— Our Origin Story —

The GHITS story

Founded in 2025, the Global Higher Integrative Transformative Studies (GIT University) emerged from a shared passion among four visionary co-founders who recognized critical gaps in the practice and training of clinical psychology and mental health services in Cameroon and across Africa.

The founders observed that many African institutions were producing graduates rich in theoretical knowledge but often lacking the practical, contextual, and culturally responsive skills needed to address the complex realities facing individuals, families, and communities. Amid rising social crises — trauma, displacement, violence, substance abuse, family breakdown, and emotional distress — the need for competent, practice-oriented professionals became increasingly urgent.

At its core, GHITS University believes that Africa's challenges require African-informed solutions — delivered by highly trained professionals who understand both global standards and local realities. The institution exists to nurture a new generation of clinicians, counselors, therapists, and transformational leaders equipped not only with knowledge, but with competence, compassion, and the capacity to create lasting impact.

— Why We Exist —

Our Founding Mission

Driven by a common mission, the co-founders came together to build something Africa had never seen before.

Bridge Theory & Practice

Closing the gap between academic knowledge and real-world clinical competence in African contexts.

African-Rooted Education

A transformative institution built on African realities, not imported frameworks poorly adapted to our context.

Professionalize Clinical Services

Elevating the quality of psychological and clinical services through rigorous, standards-based training.

Equip Compassionate Leaders

Nurturing professionals with competence, ethics, and the capacity to create lasting community impact.

— Our Foundation —

Mission, Vision & Values

Mission

To deliver interdisciplinary and applied learning across psychology, social work, leadership, and peacebuilding — producing graduates who create employment, solve problems, and shape Africa's future.

Vision

To be a leading Pan-African center of excellence in transformative education, applied research, and community service — redefining how clinical and psychological work is taught and practiced.

Values

Integrity · Excellence · Unity · Innovation · Community · Faith — these are not just words; they are the foundation of every decision we make at GHITS.

— Core Values —

What We Stand For

Integrity
Excellence
Unity
Innovation
Community
Faith

— University Leadership —

Guided by Visionaries

Our leadership brings decades of academic and community development experience.

Rev. Dr. Gideon Ngi Nganyu

Director

Clinical psychologist, practical theologian and higher education leader with two doctorates, directing GHITS and founding the Hope Restoration Mental Health and Counselling Clinic.

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Dr. Feh Theodaline Ndifon, Registrar of GHITS University, professional portrait in a purple dress
Co-Founder & Registrar
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Dr. Feh Theodaline Ndifon

Co-Founder & Registrar, Academics & Research

Educationist and psychotherapist with over 20 years in teaching, counselling and clinical psychology research, advancing an education that develops critical thinking, ethical responsibility and service.

academics@ghitsuni.com
Mrs. Victorine Nasam, Dean of Academics at GHITS University, professional portrait in white and black attire at desk
Co-Founder & Dean of Academics
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Mrs. Victorine Nasam

Co-Founder & Dean of Academics

Scholar-practitioner overseeing academic governance and curriculum, and a humanitarian mental health specialist with Action Against Hunger, Médecins du Monde Suisse and CARE International.

academics@ghitsuni.com
Mrs. Maurine Mbongeh Musi, Deputy Director in charge of Administration at GHITS University, professional portrait in red floral dress
Co-Founder & Deputy Director
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Mrs. Maurine Mbongeh Musi

Co-Founder & Deputy Director, Administration

Clinical psychologist and Gender and Child Protection Specialist advancing GHITS's administration, strategic alliances and community presence across Cameroon and beyond.

partnerships@ghitsuni.com
Weyih Blessing Ringnyuy, Communications and Development Officer at GHITS University, professional portrait in a multicoloured patterned blouse
Communications & Development Officer
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Weyih Blessing Ringnyuy

Communications & Development Officer

Communication and development professional with five years as a Communication Officer in the Cameroon Baptist Convention Education Department, and a Master's in Communication and Development Studies alongside a Master's in Gender and Project Management.

Claudine Fien Ngong, social worker at GHITS University, professional portrait in a grey suit
Social Worker
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Claudine Fien Ngong

Social Worker, Adolescent & Maternal Mental Health

Cameroonian social worker with a BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry from the University of Bamenda, dedicated to psychosocial support, child protection, gender-based violence prevention and adolescent and maternal mental health.

Fallon Yafon, Administrative Assistant at GHITS University, professional portrait
Administrative Assistant
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Fallon Yafon

Administrative Assistant

Holds a Diploma in Guidance and Counselling, passionate about helping people grow and reach their full potential through mental health, personal development and youth empowerment.

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