University of Pretoria SRC has extended its first payment deadline to alleviate financial pressures on students.
South African higher education institutions have been engulfed in student protests about financial exclusions, accommodation shortages and registration challenges.
“We recognise the challenges that many students face. This extension provides us with additional time to intensify our efforts in securing financial support,” theIt is also focusing on fundraising initiatives to assist students struggling with tuition fees. Earlier this week, the college announced a collaboration between the Office of the Premier and the Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority .
“The students’ demands are legitimate, especially because of the rising unemployment rate in the country,” Makaneta said.
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