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Higher Education Working With NSFAS To Finalise Funding

Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Buti Manamela said the Department is working closely with NSFAS to ensure the rest of the academic year runs smoothly. 

 

Unisa Students Call For Academic Year To Be Suspended

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Eskom Moves To Stage 1 Loadshedding

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Eskom will be continuing with loadshedding for the rest of this week, moving from stage 2 loadshedding to stage 1 loadshedding. 

Pfizer Vaccine Approved By SAHPRA

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The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has approved for emergency use of the Pfizer vaccine. 

Western Cape Struggling With School Admissions

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The Western Cape Education Department has revealed that thousands of learners have still not been placed in schools. 

Universities Agree To Fee Compact For 2021

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The Department of Higher Education has reached an agreement with universities to keep fees at an affordable rate for 2021. 

NSFAS Laptops Coming Soon

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After months of waiting, Minister Blade Nzimande has confirmed that NSFAS students will be receiving their laptops in April. 

Students Call On Government To Clear All Debt

As universities reopen, some students continue to remain unable to register. The South African Union Of Students (SAUS) sent a Letter of Demands to Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande. 

Stage 2 Loadshedding Continues

Eskom has announced that loadshedding stage 2 will be taking place starting on Wednesday 10 March.  

NSFAS Guidelines To Be Finalised Next Week

 Bursary guidelines for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will be finalised by next week for university students. 

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Vaccine Registration Now Open To The Public
Friday, April 16, 2021 - 11:01am - Simbongile Makanda
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The Covid-19 vaccine online registration is now open to the public. This launch comes as the Department of Health prepares for phase two of the vaccine rollout. 

The public, as well as citizens over the age of 60 can now register on the Electronic Vaccination Data System (EVDS).

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Unisa Extends Submission Date For Assignments
Thursday, April 15, 2021 - 4:03pm - Simbongile Makanda
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Unisa has extended the submission date of assignments. The university confirmed this, following the extension of the academic year. 

The new due date of all assignments is now 12 May 2021. However, this due date does not apply to the School of Business Leadership. 

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Resigned Or Dismissed? The Difference When It Comes To Your Rights
Thursday, April 15, 2021 - 1:04pm - Werksmans Attorneys
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The employment relationship involves two parties - the employer and the employee - and accordingly there are three possible ways in which this relationship can end, or terminate. 

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National State Of Disaster Extended By Another Month
Thursday, April 15, 2021 - 11:29am - Simbongile Makanda

The national state of disaster has been extended by yet another month. This decision follows consultations with the Cabinet.

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma confirmed the extension by releasing a gazette. 

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Always-On Culture Is No Excuse To Bend Annual Leave Rules
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 - 4:01pm - Bowmans South Africa
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Article written by Melissa Cogger, senior associate, and Leila de Saude, associate, Bowmans South Africa.
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