Students News

NSFAS 2026: Major Funding Boost for Over 1 Million Students More than 1 million South African students will receive financial support for the 2026 academic year through theNational Student Financial Aid Scheme. This announcement brings relief to thousands of families and confirms that universities and TVET colleges can proceed with registrations and admissions. For many students, this funding … Read more

South Africans who want to study while working or managing other responsibilities now have a great opportunity. Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has opened applications for its 2026 online courses, allowing students to earn recognised qualifications while studying from home. These online programmes are designed for flexibility, career growth, and accessibility, making it easier for students across the country to … Read more

Wondering when your SASSA grant will hit your account in April 2026? We’ve got the exact dates for older persons, disability, children’s grants, and SRD payments so you can plan ahead. Why You Need These Dates Thousands of South Africans rely on SASSA grants every month for groceries, bills, and essentials. Missing the payout date can be stressful—but knowing … Read more

The FirstRand Empowerment Foundation (FREF) Trustee-in-Training Fellowship is a unique opportunity for young professionals under 35 years to gain exposure to board governance, strategic decision-making, and leadership development within a high-impact social development context. This programme is offered by FirstRand in Johannesburg, Gauteng. Programme Overview The fellowship offers exposure to the FREF board of trustees and committee work, providing insights into … Read more

Recent changes to NSFAS allowances have sparked mixed reactions among students across South Africa. While some welcome the adjustments as a step forward, others say the new amounts still fall short of covering the real cost of student life in 2026. As the cost of living continues to rise, NSFAS-funded students are once again debating whether allowances … Read more

Training provider transforms learnerships into permanent jobs for unemployed youth Learnerships are widely recognised as a powerful tool to develop work-ready skills for South Africa’s unemployed youth. But EduPower Skills Academy is proving that skills development can go even further — by turning training into real, permanent employment. In a major milestone, EduPower has created full-time jobs for 20 of its … Read more

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has successfully recovered R1.7 billion that will be returned to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). This is great news for South African students, as it strengthens the fund that supports tuition, living allowances, and other essential study costs. What Happened? The SIU investigates corruption, fraud, and financial misconduct in government and public entities. Part of … Read more