Tag: higher education

ENTERTAINMENT

Internet users unimpressed with NSFAS amid the rise of students seeking financial assistance for studies

Almost a decade after the nationwide ‘Fees Must Fall’ protests, the fight for free or accessible education for all continues. Social media is seeing a rise in students pleading for financial assistance to continue with school or receive their qualifications. Students across the country’s universities spearheaded the ‘Fees Must Fall’ protests where they aimed to […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Mzansi gets the last laugh as Minister Steenhuisen heads back to school

DA leader and Minister of Agriculture has developed a reputation as a controversial figure, as many politicians often do. He is currently making headlines after it was revealed that he will be pursuing his higher education via UNISA. The minister’s education, or lack thereof has been a point of emphasis for his opposition and critics, […]

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LIFESTYLE

Minister of Higher Education announces the deregistration of four private colleges

The Department of Higher Education recently announced that Damelin, Lyceum, City Varsity and Icesa City Campus would be deregistered as private institutions after failing to submit financial statements to the department. This announcement created a panic with some students posing the question of whether they will be refunded or not. According to the South African […]

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