Matriculants Encouraged To Make An Application For NSFAS Funding

Monday, October 21, 2024

As the 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations kick-off, Higher{Education and Training Minister, Dr Nobuhle Pamela Nkabane, has reminded all matriculants to seize the opportunity to submit an application for funding throughout the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).

"The applying window will shut on fifteen December 2024, and there are not many days left to submit applications. Eligible college students are urged to apply promptly to secure fiscal aid for his or her post-school education," Nkabane said.

Nkabane extended well wishes to all matriculants, who sat for the National Senior Certificate Examinations, with learners writing languages, English and Afrikaans Paper three.

Nkabane said this pivotal moment marks the culmination of years of effort and encourages the Class of 2024 to approach their tests with dedication and self confidence.

With Just about 880 000 candidates, including 727 121 full-time and 155,215 part-time candidates from throughout South Africa sit for this 12 months's matric examinations, across South Africa, Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube, has assured the public from the department's preparedness to administer the exams effortlessly.

Nkabane here highlighted an array of alternatives out there throughout the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) system, and that is open to all matriculants in search of even more schooling and skills development.

The PSET system contains:

• Community nsfas status check Education and Training (CET) colleges: Providing skills development and general education for students who want to carry on learning.

• Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges: Focusing on nsfas practical skills and technical knowledge to equip students for employment and self-employment.

• Higher Education institutions: Universities and click here higher education providers offering degree how to upload documents on nsfas and diploma programmes.

"The PSET sector supports the National Skills Development Strategy (2030) 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.
- SAnews.gov.za