Monday, October 21, 2024

Because the 2024 National Senior Certification (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 through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).

"The application window will shut on fifteen December 2024, and you will find not many days left to post applications. Eligible students are urged to apply immediately to secure fiscal guidance for their 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 mentioned this pivotal moment marks the fruits of a long time of hard work and encourages the Class of 2024 to approach their examinations with mynsfas willpower and self esteem.

With Just above 880 000 candidates, including 727 121 full-time and 155,215 part-time candidates from throughout check here South Africa sit for this yr's matric tests, across South Africa, Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube, has assured the public of click here the department's preparedness to administer the examinations effortlessly.

Nkabane highlighted a range of prospects accessible in the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) system, which is open to all matriculants trying to find further instruction mynsfas and skills development.

The PSET system involves:

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

• Technical and 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 nsfas (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