Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

NSFAS 2025 applications postponed to ensure a glitch-free rollout

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The Department of Higher Education and Training is working on fixing the National Student Funding Scheme's systems. Minister Nobuhle Nkabane said extensive consultation with various stakeholders, including student formations, was conducted on how to improve the systems. Applications will now open on 20 September 2024. Phemelo speaks to the South African Union of Students Spokesperson, Asive Dlanjwa.
17 Sep 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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