Matriculants have been reminded to apply for funding through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).
Matriculants encouraged to apply for NSFAS fundingAs the 2024 National Senior Certificate examinations began on Monday, Higher Education and Training Minister, Dr Nobuhle Pamela Nkabane, has“The application window will close on 15 December 2024, and there are now just 55 days to submit applications. Eligible students are urged to apply promptly to secure financial support for their post-school education,” Nkabane said.
With Just over 880 000 candidates, including 727 121 full-time and 155 215 part-time candidates from across South Africa sit for this year’s matric exams, across South Africa, Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube, has assured the public of the department’s preparedness to administer the exams smoothly.
• Technical and Vocational Education and Training colleges: Focusing on practical skills and technical knowledge to equip students for employment and self-employment. “The PSET sector supports the National Skills Development Strategy goals to address the nation’s skills development priorities and drive a skills revolution. Explore these pathways and pursue your ambitions through the diverse opportunities available in South Africa’s PSET sector,” Nkabane said.The South African Weather Service has warned that the Eastern Cape will experience disruptive rain that could cause flooding in some areas.
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