NSFAS to implement new payment system for beneficiaries

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The recently-appointed National Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) administrator Freeman Nomvalo has confirmed that he has since filed court papers to terminate its agreement with four service providers contracted. Asive Dlanjwa speaks to us from the students perspective and also Ishmail Mnisi, spokesperson NSAFAS join the conversation.

27 May 2024 5PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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