August 27
South Africa: Tributes for Former Vice-Chancellor of UWC Prof Brian O'connell
Science, Technology and Innovation Minister, Professor Blade Nzimande, has expressed great shock and sadness at the passing of the former Vice-Chancellor of the University of the… Read more »
August 26
South Africa: Gauteng's Murray Park Library to Get a New Lease On Life
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has commenced with the construction of the long-awaited upgrades to the Murray Park Library, located in Malvern, Johannesburg. Read more »
August 22
South Africa: Basic Education Sets Record Straight On School Feeding
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has moved to set the record straight following recent allegations regarding the National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP). Read more »
August 21
South Africa: Concern Over Fire Incident At Lancea Vale Secondary School
Gauteng Education, Sport, Arts, Culture & Recreation MEC, Matome Chiloane, has expressed concern about a fire incident at Lancea Vale Secondary School in Eldorado Park. Read more »
August 19
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Mourns Passing of Prof Muxe Nkondo
President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his deep condolences to the family, friends and associates, nationally and internationally, of the late Prof Muxe Nkondo, who passed away in the… Read more »
August 08
South Africa: NSFAS Budget to Better Address Increasing Number of Applications
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Administrator, Freeman Nomvalo, says the organisation is revising its budget to better address the increasing number of… Read more »
August 06
South Africa: Chiloane Condemns Matshidiso Primary School Incident
Gauteng Education, Sport, Arts, Culture & Recreation MEC, Matome Chiloane has condemned the "reprehensible" incident caught on video at Matshidiso Primary School in Katlehong. Read more »
August 01
South Africa: W Cape Grade R and Transfer Applications for 2025 Open
Western Cape parents who wish to apply for Grade R or a school transfer for the 2025 school year can do so from today, 1 August 2024. Read more »
July 11
South Africa: Cape Winelands, Overberg Schools to Remain Closed On Friday
The Western Cape Education Department has announced its decision to extend the closure of schools in the Cape Winelands and Overberg districts to Friday, following a meeting with… Read more »
May 06
South Africa: Administrator Addresses Alleged Outstanding Payments for Private Student Accommodation
National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Administrator, Freeman Nomvalo, has assigned staff to urgently address concerns around the outstanding payments for private student… Read more »
April 12
South Africa: Nzimande Dissolves NSFAS Board
Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Professor Blade Nzimande, has dissolved the board of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and placed it under… Read more »
April 08
South Africa: School Closures Following Weather Warning
Schools in the Cape Winelands and Overberg Education Districts, and the Helderberg basin area in the Western Cape have been closed on Monday due to the severe storm warnings for… Read more »
March 26
South Africa: Higher Education Deregisters Four Private Institutions
The Department of Higher Education and Training has cancelled the registration of four Educor institutions after failing to submit proof of their financial viability to the… Read more »
March 17
South Africa: Dr Phil Mjwara Takes a Bow As Director-General of Science and Innovation
Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Professor Blade Nzimande has announced the retirement of Dr Phil Mjwara, the country's longest-serving Director-General, from his… Read more »
March 14
South Africa: Concern Over Learner Dropouts and Repetition
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed concern over the persistently high rates of learner dropouts and repetition urging stakeholders within the education sector to intensify… Read more »
March 11
South Africa: Almost All Universities Pay Nsfas February Allowances
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has commended the cooperation from all universities and Student Representative Councils (SRCs) who ensured that the February… Read more »
March 01
Africa: African Academic Sector Preps for 40th Aeaa Conference
Umalusi CEO Dr Mafu Rakometsi says the EXCO of the Association for Educational Assessment in Africa (AEAA) is satisfied with the progress made in preparation of the hosting of the… Read more »
February 26
South Africa: Unsuccessful Nsfas Applicants Urged to Lodge an Appeal
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has encouraged students whose application for financial aid has been rejected or withdrawn, to lodge an appeal with the scheme. Read more »
February 07
South Africa: Nzimande Approves NSFAS Eligibility Criteria for Financial Aid
Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande, has approved the proposed 2024 National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) eligibility criteria and… Read more »
February 05
South Africa: W Cape Second Chance Matric Programme Registration Closes On Friday
The Western Cape Education Department has encouraged all learners, who want to register for the Second Chance Matric Support Programme, to do so before the closing date of 9… Read more »
January 24
South Africa: Over One Million Nsfas Bursary Applications Received
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has received 1 545 822 applications for the 2024 academic year as of 21 January, with additional applications expected before the… Read more »
January 22
South Africa: Education Is the Most Powerful Weapon Against Poverty, Says President Ramaphosa
As the nation commemorates three decades of democracy this year, President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended the accomplishments of the class of 2023 matriculants, saying their success… Read more »
January 02
South Africa: NSFAS Committed to Settling Outstanding Disbursements
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) says it is determined to conclude all outstanding 2023 disbursements by 15 January 2024, in consultation with the affected… Read more »
December 19, 2023
South Africa: Nrf Increases Funding for Postdoctoral Fellows
The National Research Foundation (NRF) announced on Tuesday its decision to increase the annual value of grants awarded to postdoctoral fellows. Read more »
December 03, 2023
South Africa: Matric Final Exams Enter Last Week
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga says the department has done all it can to ensure that the final matric examinations for this year go smoothly. Read more »