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Minister Nkabane confirms that Sisonke Mbolekwa, the student killed during protests at Walter Sisulu University, was officially enrolled and funded by NSFAS, shedding light on the ongoing issues surrounding student accommodation.
Minister of Higher Education Dr Nobuhle Nkabane has condemned violent protests at Walter Sisulu University that resulted in one death and several injuries, calling for urgent action to ensure campus safety.
NSFAS is the largest entity in the higher education and training sector in terms of income size. A R52 billion institution responsible for funding poor students from working class backgrounds.
Minister of Higher Education Dr Nobuhle Nkabane praises Dr Naledi Pandor's appointment as Honorary Professor at the University of Pretoria, highlighting her impactful contributions to South African higher education.
The board has it has been instructed to clean the system.
Nsfas board chairperson Dr Karen Stander said they would not tolerate corruption.
Minister of Higher Education Nobuhle Nkabane says the management of student accommodation will be handed back to universities in response to safety concerns and allegations of misconduct
The decision follows widespread complaints about safety, corruption, and substandard living conditions in private student residences.
Minister of Higher Education and Training, Nobuhle Nkabane has emphasised the importance of the higher education system producing graduates who contribute to economic development, instead of merely seeking jobs in a competitive market
Students at the University of KwaZulu-Natal voice their frustrations over NSFAS funding and accommodation issues during a visit from Higher Education and Training (DHET) Minister Dr Nobuhle Nkabane.
Protesting students at eThekwini TVET College are calling for solutions to their accommodation challenges
Newly installed UWC Rector and Vice-Chancellor Professor Robert Balfour outlined his vision to ensure continued accountability and transparency at UWC.
SIU is set to initiate legal proceedings to terminate NSFAS’s costly office lease in Cape Town, which has raised concerns among lawmakers regarding financial management.
Amid a severe shortage of university places in South Africa, private higher education institutions are stepping up to provide opportunities for aspiring students… we explore the implications of new government policies and the critical role of PHEIs in shaping the future of higher education
As the academic year approaches, the University of Pretoria implements enhanced security measures to ensure the safety of its students and staff, including real-time surveillance and partnerships with local authorities.
Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Higher Education is investigating the high application fees charged by universities, following student complaints about financial burdens and limited spaces.
Minister of Higher Education and Training, Nobuhle Nkabane, has called on students to align their studies with the country’s economic and skills demand to enhance employability and foster entrepreneurship
With universities overwhelmed by applications, TVET colleges emerge as a crucial alternative for students seeking practical skills and career opportunities.
Parliament’s higher education committee calls on NSFAS to ensure that all eligible students receive the necessary financial aid for the 2025 academic year, addressing concerns over funding processes and the impact of delayed matric results.
As South African universities prepare for the 2025 academic year, they face an unprecedented surge in applications, with demand outstripping available spaces. Experts warn of fraudulent schemes targeting prospective students.
The department plans to engage universities further on solutions to addressing student debt.
Department of International Affairs Minister, Ronald Lamola, said it cost his department R1,201,449. 00 to send officials to the People's Republic of China in September.
The higher education portfolio committee has previously raised its objections to NSFAS occupying the office space in Cape Town at such a high monthly cost.
Nkabane has set her eyes firmly on speeding up the appointment of the board for NSFAS, which will now be constituted by people holding a masters degree.
Minister of Higher Education and Technology, Nobuhle Nkabane, has announced plans to move the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) out of its current Cape Town office, which costs R2 million per month.