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SIU advances legal action to nullify controversial R2. 5 million NSFAS office lease

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) launches urgent legal action to terminate NSFAS's controversial R2. 5 million monthly office lease in Cape Town, while labour unions contest staff relocation plans. The case, set for Special Tribunal hearing, highlights ongoing governance and financial management concerns in South Africa's student funding scheme.

News Politics
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Transforming skills development: the shift towards TVET in South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s new approach to vocational training aims to address South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis by prioritising skills development through TVET colleges.

News Politics
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Central Applications Clearing House system set to help late university, TVET applicants

The Department of Higher Education and Training encourages students to utilise the Central Applications Clearing House (CACH) system for securing higher education placements after missing previous application cycles

Mercury News
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

‘Unacceptable, unjustifiable’: SCOPA lashes out as deputy minister skips key meeting

SCOPA adjourns a key hearing on NSFAS after Deputy Minister Buti Manamela fails to attend, sparking outrage over his last-minute withdrawal for another event.

News Politics
Wendy Dondolo|Published

DUT students speak volumes in silent protest against GBV

Under the theme, “One act of GBV equals too many”, Durban University of Technology students took to the streets for their 10th annual silent protest against gender-based violence.

Daily News News
Phindile Nqumako|Published

IN PICS | ‘So help me God!’ Ministers take the oath and affirmation for 7th Administration

The Cabinet members representing the Government of National Unity are from more than 10 political parties including the ANC, DA, IFP, PA, FF Plus, PAC, UDM, Good, Al-Jama-ah, Rise Mzansi and the NFP.

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IOL Reporter|Published