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| Sep 22, 2026 | NSFAS records over 51,000 applications within four days of opening the 2027 application cycle | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is encouraged by the strong response from prospective applicants following the official opening of the 2027 NSFAS Application Cycle, with a total of 51,474 applications successfully received... |
| Sep 22, 2026 | NSFAS records over 51,000 applications in four days of 2027 application cycle | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is encouraged by the strong response from prospective applicants following the official opening of the 2027 NSFAS Application Cycle, with a total of 51,474 applications successfully received... |
| Aug 20, 2026 | National Student Financial Aid Scheme Board notes statement on Public Protector Report | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Board acknowledges the release of the Public Protector's report on NSFAS. The Board holds the Office of the Public Protector (PP) in the highest regard as a vital Chapter 9 institution entru... |
| Aug 7, 2026 | National Student Fund Aid Scheme opens theft case against former board member | NSFAS opens a case of theft against former board member
Today, employees of the National Student Fund Aid Scheme (NSFAS) opened a case of theft against former board member for stealing laptops earmarked for under-resourced schools in the Ea... |
| Aug 7, 2026 | Deputy Minister Nonceba Mhlauli: Youth in Action Expo 2026 | Keynote address by the Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, on the occasion of the Youth in Action Expo 2026, Cape Town International Convention Centre
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| Aug 5, 2026 | NSFAS Administrator submits stabilisation plan to restore governance, operations and public confidence | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Administrator, Professor Hlengani Mathebula, has submitted the Administration’s Stabilisation Plan to the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Mr Buti Kgwaridi Manamela, for considerat... |
| Jul 2, 2026 | Ispa pushes back on plan to block offshore gambling sites | South Africa’s internet industry has pushed back against a government agency’s plan to have illegal offshore gambling sites blocked, warning that website blocking is technically leaky, prone to collateral damage and constitutionally fraught... |
| Jun 27, 2026 | How Data Analytics Can Improve Student Funding Outcomes | Share
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Student funding programs are essential for expanding access to higher education. Scholarships, grants, bursaries, and financial aid help millions of students enroll in and complete their studies. However, many ... |
| May 11, 2026 | NSFAS on private accommodation payments and ongoing sector engagements | NSFAS statement on private accommodation payments and ongoing sector engagements
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is pleased to announce that private accommodation payments for universities were released on Thursday, 07th M... |
| Mar 17, 2026 | NSFAS on misleading social media claim of R630,000 student payment | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has noted with concern a social media post alleging that a student received a payment of R630,434.44 from the Scheme. This claim is false and misleading.
Preliminary verification indicates t... |
| Jan 5, 2026 | NSFAS concludes all funding decisions for 2026 and mop-up payments for 2025 | NSFAS is pleased to confirm that it has processed all 2026 funding applications prior to the start of the 2026 academic year as committed to by the 31st December 2025. All students can view their funding statuses via the NSFAS Portal.
The s... |
| Jan 5, 2026 | NSFAS briefs media on preparations for the 2026 academic year, 6 Jan | Presented by: Dr Mugwena Maluleke, NSFAS Acting Board Chairperson
Date: Tuesday, 6 January 2026
Time: 10h00
Venue: GCIS Hatfield Offices, Pretoria
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) cordially invites members of the media and ... |
| Aug 26, 2025 | National Student Financial Aid Scheme briefs media on governance and administrative matters, 27 Aug | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) cordially invites members of the media to the inaugural NSFAS Board Media Briefing. This session aims to provide insights into governance and administrative developments at NSFAS, provide up... |
| Mar 5, 2025 | National Student Financial Aid Scheme on announcement of Acting Chief Executive Officer Mr Waseem Carrim | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Waseem Carrim as the Acting Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. This decision comes following the end of the term of the Administrator, Mr Fr... |
| Feb 17, 2025 | NSFAS condemns exploitation of vulnarable students by landlords | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) notes the article published in the Sunday World, dated 16th February 2025, titled “Unscrupulous landlords demands sex from students”.
The NSFAS strongly condemns the exploitation of vulnerab... |
| Oct 26, 2024 | Options for Students When Financial Aid Isn’t Sufficient | Share
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For many students, financial aid is a vital lifeline, providing essential funds for tuition, books, and living expenses. However, financial aid packages often fall short of covering all costs, leaving students ... |
| Sep 16, 2024 | Minister Nobuhle Nkabane launches NSFAS funding applications for 2025 academic year, 16 Sept | The Minister of Higher Education and Training Dr Nobuhle Nkabane will officially launch the National Student Financial Aid Scheme’s (NSFAS’) applications season through a media briefing.
The Minister will be joined by the NSFAS Administrato... |
| Sep 13, 2024 | Minister Nobuhle Nkabane launches National Student Financial Aid Scheme funding applications for 2025 academic year, 16 Sept | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme to open funding applications for the 2025 academic year
The Minister of Higher Education and Training Dr Nobuhle Nkabane will officially launch the National Student Financial Aid Scheme’s (NSFAS’) a... |
| Aug 5, 2024 | Student Financial Aid Scheme briefs media on governance, management and administration at NSFAS, 6 Aug | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Administrator, Mr Freeman Nomvalo, will address a media briefing on developments in the implementation of his mandate as the NSFAS Administrator.
Mr Nomvalo was appointed as the Administrato... |
| Jul 26, 2024 | NSFAS August allowances to be disbursed amid legal disputes | NSFAS August allowances to be disbursed amid legal disputes. Image: iStock
On 25 July, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) officially filed an appeal against the Western Cape High Court’s judgment regarding the EZAGA interdict... |
| Jun 21, 2024 | National Student Financial Aid Scheme on meeting with KSD TVET College management and student leadership | NSFAS administrator statement on the meeting with the KSD TVET College management and student leadership
The NSFAS Administrator, Mr Freeman Nomvalo met with the King Sabata Dalindyebo (KSD) TVET College, led by the College Principal, Mr Mq... |
| Jun 16, 2024 | Mashatile promises efficient NSFAS administration amid challenges | Deputy President Paul Mashatile. Image: X/@myNSFAS
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has expressed strong support for President-elect Cyril Ramaphosa, emphasising his confidence in Ramaphosa’s leadership to tackle youth challenges in South Af... |
| Jun 14, 2024 | National Student Financial Scheme on plight of KSD TVET College students | The National Student Financial Scheme Administrator, Mr Freeman Nomvalo, has instituted an immediate investigation into media reports regarding the plight of the King Sabata Dalindyebo (KSD) TVET College students in the Eastern Cape.
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| Jun 10, 2024 | NSFAS on progress in payment of landlords | The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Administrator, Mr Freeman Nomvalo, has been consulting with the various stakeholders since his appointment as the Administrator. One of the critical stakeholders consulted are the landlords ... |
| Jun 8, 2024 | NSFAS pays landlords after students were allegedly locked out | Cape Town NSFAS funded students in a march to Parliament. Image: Facebook/Sheldon Sello
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has confirmed that a bulk payment of accommodation allowances was processed in May and June after land... |
| May 27, 2024 | NSFAS briefs media on progress in NSFAS matters, 27 May | The NSFAS Administrator, Mr. Freeman Nomvalo, invites members of the media to a media briefing aimed at providing an update on progress relating to the disbursement of student allowances, student accommodation, and other related administrat... |
| May 18, 2024 | Carte Blanche: NSFAS on the brink? – WATCH | Don’t miss this Sunday’s episode of Carte Blanche. Image: Carte Blanche
Sunday, 19 May episode of Carte Blanche is delving into the potential collapse of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).
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| May 16, 2024 | NSFAS to directly pay allowances to TVET students | Students with their NSFAS bank cards. Image: X/@mynsfas
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will now distribute allowances directly to TVET student’s bank accounts.
“NSFAS is equally mindful of challenges experienced by univer... |
| May 7, 2024 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Tuesday, 7 May | Here are today’s latest news and headlines. Image: George Municipality
We’ve got the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa on Tuesday, 7 May.
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Chaos erupted in the immediate area with... |
| May 6, 2024 | NSFAS Administrator on alleged outstanding payments to private student accommodation landlords | The NSFAS Administrator, Mr Freeman Nomvalo, has received complaints regarding alleged outstanding payments for private student accommodation.
The Administrator has also been made aware that in some areas, the landlords have allegedly locke... |
| May 6, 2024 | Landlords allegedly lock out NSFAS students due to non-payment | Students with their NSFAS bank accounts. Image: X/@mynsfas.
National Students Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Administrator Freeman Nomvalo has assigned staff to urgently attend to issues pertaining to alleged outstanding payments for private ... |
| May 6, 2024 | NSFAS Administrator on allegations of conversation between former Chairperson and Coinvest Africa | NSFAS Administrator’s statement on the report regarding the allegations contained in the Organizations Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) on alleged recorded conversation between the former NSFAS Board Chairperson and individuals linked to Coinvest A... |
| May 5, 2024 | Half-a-million students owe THIS much student debt in South Africa | Student debt in South Africa is climbing. Will government consider excusing owed monies? Image: File
Student debt in South Africa is quickly becoming a divisive topic. This week Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande revealed that 562 799... |
| May 2, 2024 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Thursday, 2 May | Here are today’s latest news and headlines. Images: X/@MkhontoweSizwex
We’ve got all the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa you really need to know on Thursday, 2 May.
TODAY’S LATEST NEWS IN SOUTH AFRICA, THURSDAY, 2 May Poli... |
| May 1, 2024 | Corruption drains Nsfas of over R21 million annually | Nsfas losing over R21 million a year to corruption. Photo: GCIS / Flickr.
Blade Nzimande, the Minister of Higher Education, has disclosed that the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (Nsfas) is losing more than R21 million annually to cor... |
| Apr 15, 2024 | Nomvalo leads NSFAS revival mission | Minister of Higher Education Blade Nzimande says administrator Sithembiso Nomvalo will manage the day-to-day work at NSFAS, steer the fund and address its operational challenges. Image: X/@HigherEduGovZA
Higher Education Minister Blade Nzim... |
| Apr 12, 2024 | Nzimande takes action: Dissolves NSFAS board amid institution’s challenges | Minister Blade Nzimande Dissolves NSFAS board amid institution’s challenges. Image: Facebook/Nsfas/X/@HigherEducation
Higher Education Minister Dr. Blade Nzimande has initiated significant changes at the National Student Financial Aid Schem... |
| Apr 12, 2024 | Tshwane streets set to be affected as students march over NSFAS | EFFSC UP members participated in the students march in 2023 to the Union Buildings to call Minster Nzimande and NSFAS to fix NSFAS crisis. Image: X/@EFFSC_UP
Hundreds of students, organised by the South African Student Congress (SASCO), are... |
| Apr 11, 2024 | Students pelt Nzimande with stones in protest | Students attack Nzimande with stones. Image: GCIS
Students at Amajuba TVET College in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, expressed their frustration over not receiving their funds from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) by pelting Hig... |
| Apr 4, 2024 | How Outa waged a protracted war on e-tolls – and won | Outa CEO Wayne Duvenage
Outa was founded in March 2012. At the time, the Opposition to Urban Tolling Alliance – as it was known originally, before a 2016 name change – was focused exclusively on halting government’s decision to introduce e-... |
| Mar 12, 2024 | Special Investigating Unit on University of Pretoria settling NSFAS debt | The University of Pretoria (UP) has fully paid R 400 million that is due to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) in unallocated funds. The money was paid in four instalments of R100 000 into the Special Investigating Unit’s (SI... |
| Mar 12, 2024 | NSFAS: 25 out of 26 universities fulfill allowance payments | NSFAS commends universities and SRCs for their collaborative efforts in ensuring smooth February allowances payments. Image: Facebook/NSFAS/Pixabay
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has praised the collaborative efforts of u... |
| Feb 14, 2024 | 2024 National Student Financial Aid Scheme closes SOON | The 2024 National Student Financial Aid Scheme deadline is fast approaching. Image: File
Applications for the 2024 National Student Financial Aid Scheme close tomorrow (Thursday 15 February 2024). In indomitable government-agency fashion, t... |
| Feb 9, 2024 | WHO is ‘Tintswalo’ and is she living happily in South Africa? | Is this Tintswalo and is she living happily in South Africa? Image: File
In a bid to communicate the success of the ANC’s’ pro-poor policies at the 2024 State of the Nation address last night, President Ramaphosa told a story about Tintswal... |
| Feb 8, 2024 | R737 million recovered in NSFAS maladministration is just the start | NSFAS maladministration has led to millions in mismanaged funds, says the Special Investigating Unit (SIU). Image: File/Fotor
The embattled National Student Financial Aid Scheme now has damning findings over NSFAS maladministration to deal ... |
| Feb 5, 2024 | Important INFO on NSFAS 2024 application deadline extension | Here’s the latest on the NSFAS 2024 application deadline extension. Image: File
News of the NSFAS 2024 application deadline extension will be received in one of two ways. It’s good news if you were unable to get your application together in... |
| Jan 19, 2024 | How to secure your future in 2024 with NSFAS financial aid | Secure your future with ‘missing middle’ NSFAS financial aid in 2024. Image: File/Hexagon/Fotor
While confusion still hangs in the air, there’s no better time to apply for National Student Financial Aid Scheme NSFAS financial aid. We say ‘c... |
| Jan 19, 2024 | How the 2024 NSFAS application process will work | NSFAS explains the 2024 application process. Image via NSFAS/ Facebook
To date, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has received 1 406 189 applications as of 15 January 2024. This is according to the scheme in a statement.
“St... |
| Jan 18, 2024 | Like SASSA, NSFAS overload a REAL concern in 2024 | Experts warn of NSFAS overload in light of new R3.8 billion fund. Image: File
Universities South Africa (USAF) says the new R3.8-billion National Student Financial Aid Scheme for the ‘missing middle’ could lead to NSFAS overload in 2024.
AL... |
| Jan 15, 2024 | MEET the acting NSFAS chair appointed in Khosa’s absence | Meet Professor Lourens Van Staden, new acting NSFAS chair. Picture: AfricaAlive
It’s been a rough start to the year for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme, but the placement of an acting NSFAS chair will hopefully smooth the way for ... |
| Jan 14, 2024 | STUDENTS set ultimatum over NSFAS mismanagement | Students set ultimatum over NSFAS mismanagement. Picture: File/Fotor.
South African student organisations have set an ultimatum to the Higher Education Minister over NSFAS mismanagement. Tomorrow – Monday 15 January 2024 – is the payment da... |
| Jan 11, 2024 | Students pooh-pooh Nzimande’s proposed FEE increase | Students have pooh-poohed Blade Nzimande’s proposed fee increase. Picture: File/iStock/Fotor.
Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande’s proposed fee increase has been rejected by the South African Union of Students (SAUS). The announcement... |
| Jan 3, 2024 | Students react to NSFAS 20k pay out of unfinalized allowances for 2023 | Students react to NSFAS schedule of outstanding allowances. Photo: NSFAS/ Facebook
Disgruntled students have reacted to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) confirmation that there are 20 000 allowances which are yet to be conc... |
| Nov 25, 2023 | Read THIS before you apply for scholarships in South Africa | Read THIS before you apply for scholarships in South Africa. Picture: File/Fotor.
Before we get into how you can apply for scholarships in South Africa, let’s first understand the differences between bursaries and scholarships when it comes... |
| Nov 24, 2023 | FAQ: Where can I APPLY for bursaries in South Africa? | Secure your future right now when you apply for bursaries in South Africa. Picture: File.
It’s that time of year for school-leavers, when disadvantaged students can apply for bursaries in South Africa. The National Student Financial Aid Sch... |
| Nov 22, 2023 | Changes to NSFAS for 2024: LESS complication for students | Big changes to NSFAS for 2024. Here’s what you need to know. Picture: File/Fotor.
Here are all the changes to NSFAS for 2024, as explained during the Minister for Higher Education’s briefing. Applications for the National Student Financial ... |
| Nov 22, 2023 | FAQs: What does the NSFAS bursary cover? | Applications for NSFAS aid in 2024 are now open. Here’s what’s covered. Picture: File/Fotor.
Applications for financial aid in 2024 through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) are now open. But what does the NSFAS bursary cove... |
| Nov 21, 2023 | South Africa: A Free Messaging App Seemed Useful for Disadvantaged South African Students - Why They Didn't Agree | South African higher education is plagued by inequalities due to the social and economic legacies of apartheid.
More than 50% of enrolment in higher education is from black, working-class, disadvantaged households from rural areas who depen... |
| Jul 31, 2023 | Great news! NSFAS black card payments processed for August | NSFAS announces latest payment. Photo: National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)/ Facebook
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced the second payment for university students using the newly introduced black card.... |
| Jun 29, 2023 | KUZOBA LIT! Friday means NSFAS student ‘Pay Day’ | NSFAS to receive payments in the Scheme’s Mastercard. Photo: National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)/ Facebook
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced that it will be making the first payment of allowances thro... |
| May 19, 2023 | CPUT students in limbo following eviction order | CPUT students in limbo after eviction order. Photo via Twitter @LudidiVelani
Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) students are living in uncertainty about their future following an eviction order.
HOW THE PROTEST BEGAN
The protest... |
| Mar 19, 2023 | NSFAS increases students 2023 living allowances | NSFAS has announced it will increase students living allowances by 10%.Twitter/@myNSFAS
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has increased the living allowance for students to receive 10%.
Students on the NSFAS grant are concer... |
| Mar 10, 2023 | NSFAS take steps to deal with R45 000 accommodation cap | NSFAS is taking steps to deal with issues relating to its accommodation cap of R45 000 per year. Image via Twitter/ @MyNSFAS
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has taken steps to deal with issues relating to its newly introdu... |
| Mar 1, 2023 | Europa Lounge in HOT WATER for ‘NSFAS INGENILE’ promo | NSFAS condemns the despicable use of the NSFAS allowance to promote alcohol. Photo: Twitter.
Europa Lounge, a club that needs no introduction on the streets of Sunnyside Pretoria, has landed in hot water after the National Financial Aid Sch... |
| Mar 1, 2023 | Europa Lounge apologises for ‘unauthorized’ NSFAS Ad | Europa Lounge releases a statement on the NSFAS INGENILE flyer. Photo: Europa Lounge/ Facebook.
Europa Lounge has apologised and distanced itself from the ‘NSFAS INGENILE’ student night event that was set to take place this evening, Wednesd... |
| Feb 1, 2023 | LOOK: NSFAS goes modern with new bank accounts for student allowances | Student allowances will be paid into the new NSFAS bank account in the 2023 academic year. Image: NSFAS.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will fund approximately 900 000 students in the 2023 academic year with its R47.6 bil... |
| Jan 13, 2023 | How to apply for NSFAS funding! | National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will close for applications for funding on 31 January for the 2023. Photo by Facebook Nsfas updates
Although the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will close for applications for fun... |
| Nov 22, 2022 | Ukheshe And Coinvest Join Forces To Facilitate Payments To Students In Need | Ukheshe |
| Sep 27, 2022 | Minister Dr Blade Nzimande introduces NSFAS Mastercard | Higher Education Minister Dr Blade Nzimande introduces NSFAS Mastercard. Photo: Dr Blade Nzimande/ Facebook.
Dr Blade Nzimande, the Minister of the Department of Higher Education and Training, Science and Innovation, has introduced an NSFAS... |
| Aug 30, 2022 | ICT tenders: ICASA gears up oversight | South Africa’s telecommunications and broadcasting sectors are in focus this week as the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa advertises a number of tenders aimed at improving its oversight.
The regulator’s five tenders focu... |
| Jul 19, 2022 | NSFAS to spend R47.3 billion in student funding | Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister Blade Nzimande: Image: GCIS Vuk’uzenzele
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will in the 2022 academic year spend R47.3 billion funding the tertiary education of 691 432 studen... |
| Jul 22, 2021 | ICT Tenders: State-owned entities withdraw | It is another far quieter week as state-owned entities (SOEs) take a back seat on the buying front.
This year has seen SOEs cementing their position as government’s big ICT spenders, as players such as Eskom, SABC, State IT Agency, Coega De... |
| Jul 15, 2021 | ICT Tenders: National Treasury updates eTenders portal | It's a far quieter week from public sector procurement officers, as only a handful of new ICT opportunities are added to the list of available tenders.
There are several potential causes for the decline: level four lockdown measures could m... |
| Jun 11, 2021 | ICT Tenders: Government looks to digital economy | Government procurement officers are in fine spirits, resulting in a plethora of opportunities to consider and respond to this week.
The software sector scores a whopping 70 requests, followed by an equally robust 64 advertisements for the s... |
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