Matriculants Encouraged To Make An Application For NSFAS Funding

Monday, October 21, 2024

Because 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 chance to make an application for funding through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).

"The application window will close on 15 December 2024, and you will find not many days left to submit applications. Qualified pupils are urged to apply immediately to secure money support 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 reported this pivotal moment marks the fruits of several years of effort and encourages the Class of 2024 to approach their examinations with perseverance and confidence.

With Just over 880 000 candidates, including 727 121 full-time and 155,215 part-time candidates read more from throughout nsfas status check South Africa sit for this calendar year's matric examinations, across South Africa, Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube, has assured the general public on the department's preparedness to administer the exams smoothly.

Nkabane highlighted a selection of options accessible within the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) system, and that is open to all matriculants looking for further more education nsfas login and learning and skills development.

The PSET system contains:

• Community Education and Training (CET) colleges: Offering skills development and general education for students who want to continue learning.

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

• Higher Education institutions: Universities and higher education providers offering degree and diploma programmes.

"The PSET sector supports the National Skills Development Strategy (2030) goals to address the read more 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