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Millions of young people are facing unemployment. Youth advocacy groups are demanding immediate action from the government to create more job opportunities and release funds for youth employment programmes.
The 2024 academic year is drawing to a close as TVET Colleges across South Africa prepare for the final stretch of the trimester and semester. Applications for the 2025 academic year are now open at TVET Colleges nationwide.
Thousands of students are expected to apply for NSFAS funding over the next few months in anticipation of the 2025 academic year. The scheme has revealed its plans to deal with an influx of NSFAS bursary applications.
South African social grant recipients can look forward to a much-needed boost to their monthly grant payment. As announced in this year's Budget Speech, Sassa grants are set to soon increase.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially signed the BELA Bill into law, but its full implementation has been postponed. The bill, which has sparked debate and controversy, could pose a significant challenge to the Government of National Unity, as differing opinions on its key provisions emerge.
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The higher education sector in South Africa continues to face numerous challenges, as highlighted by the Minister of Higher Education, Nobuhle Nkabane, during a recent briefing. These challenges were a key focus of Nkabane’s extensive consultations with various stakeholders, including student organisations and educational leaders.
Thousands of Gauteng parents who applied for their children's admission to schools in the province for the 2025 academic year have been eagerly awaiting the release of placement offers. As the deadline for submissions passed, the Gauteng Department of Education has begun notifying parents of the schools their children have been assigned to.
NSFAS funding is highly sought-after with millions of students applying every year as it covers more than just tuition fees. Now, the Higher Education Minister has officially announced the NSFAS 2025 application date.
If you are struggling financially, applying for a Sassa grant could provide much-needed support. Once you've submitted your application, you can easily do a Sassa status check to stay informed about the process.
NSFAS is embroiled in a series of legal battles over its attempts to terminate contracts with service providers. Despite a favorable ruling from the Western Cape High Court, NSFAS continues to face challenges in its efforts to address alleged procurement irregularities and ensure transparency in its operations.
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NSFAS provides bursaries and loans to students enrolled in approved courses at universities and TVET colleges. As the new academic year approaches, students and their families are eagerly anticipating the announcement of the NSFAS 2025 application period.
The BELA Bill aims to enhance school governance, promote fairness in policies, and safeguard students' constitutional right to education. However, the education minister is opposed the signing of the bill in its current form.
NSFAS financial aid comes in the form of bursaries and loans, with the latter recently becoming available. NSFAS has now announced the number of students who have been approved for the much-needed missing middle loans.
Sassa provides essential financial support to millions of vulnerable citizens, one offering is the SRD grant. SRD grant applications for October 2024 are now open.
South African students across the country have been facing disruptions to their monthly allowance payments from NSFAS. To address growing concerns and provide clarity, NSFAS has officially announced the reasons behind these changes.
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There are millions of people who applied for the SRD grant. Here's how to check if your October 2024 SRD grant application was successful.
The Education Departments initiatives to combat school-based gender-based violence (GBV) are crucial for creating a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. By addressing GBV, the DBE aims to promote gender equality, protect the rights of learners, and foster a positive school culture.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has been facing challenges in providing consistent funding to over a million South African students. To rectify these problems, the government is taking steps to replace the current NSFAS board with a new team.
Traveling to Home Affairs can be described as a mission, with the difficulty increasing the further you are away from a Home Affairs office. Government has been using mobile offices to reach people in corners the country and assist them on their mission.
There are millions of financially vulnerable people living in South Africa. These individuals are encouraged to apply for social support grants from Sassa in October 2024.
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If you're interested in pursuing education at a South African university, you'll be pleased to learn that applications for the year 2025 are now open at several universities in South Africa. Here are the details we have gathered thus far.
Millions of South Africans rely on Sassa grants to support themselves and their families. As the month of September approaches, many are eagerly awaiting the release of the Sassa payment dates.
The SRD grant is the only financial support available to unemployed individuals living in South Africa. There is a way to check your Sassa SRD grant appeal status.
Applications are now open at South Africa's largest university. Here's what students need to know about the Unisa 2025 applications.
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