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TVET colleges offer practical, skills-based education but face stigma, overshadowed by universities, despite better career prospects and opportunities.
Once seen as an alternative for the tech-savvy or those unable to attend traditional campuses, online learning is now a mainstream choice for many students.
Food insecurity continues to be a growing crisis at universities across the country, with many underprivileged students struggling to afford proper meals as they embark on their journey to attain education.
Tensions rise at CPUT as students protest against the accommodation crisis, demanding urgent intervention from portfolio of higher education and learning committee .
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CPUT District Six students face an accommodation crisis as delayed residence placements leave many stranded. Students have traveled to campus seeking urgent solutions, but the university advises residence access will only begin 48 hours before term starts.
Thousands of students at Durban University of Technology face registration challenges, with technical failures and mismanagement leaving many frustrated and uncertain about their academic futures.
As students begin their searching for accommodations ahead of the 2025 academic year, scammers are are increasingly using Facebook to lure students.
The textbook affordability crisis is not just a financial issue but an educational equity challenge. High textbook prices disproportionately impact students from lower-income backgrounds.
According to Private Housing Association CEO Kagisho Mamabolo, South Africa is experiencing a surge in demand for built student accommodation, with a significant shortfall of over 500,000 beds needing to be addressed in the sector.
As the 2025 academic year is about to begin, Wits University students, many from financially struggling households, are calling on the government to address the rising issue of financial exclusion as many students are stranded and unable to register due to outstanding debts.
South African students are increasingly balancing part-time jobs with their studies to cope with rising education and living costs, highlighting the struggle to fund tuition and basic needs while maintaining academic success.
NSFAS funding delays are causing significant hardships for students at South African universities, leading to financial exclusion and academic struggles.
At the start of every academic year, South African universities face a wave of student challenges, from accommodation shortages to NSFAS funding delays. Student leaders and organisations highlight institutional failures, financial struggles, and a lack of accountability, calling for urgent reforms to improve access to higher education.