Nsfas students endure delayed payments and high bank fees
While students are preparing for year-end exams, Nsfas beneficiaries say their problems have not been addressed.
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Parents of Enyobeni victims hope inquest will bring answers
While results of toxiciology reports have not been made public nor shared with the parents of the teenagers who died in Enyobeni Tavern, they doubt the stated cause of their death as suffocation.
Hungry Western Cape students march against Nsfas while CEO is put on leave
An investigative report, compiled by the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa), found that of the 20 mandatory requirements for financial service providers, the four appointed by Nsfas to disburse funds only met five.
Cry of the Xcluded speaks out against poverty, unemployment and crime
The launch of the Cry of the Xcluded in the Western Cape saw activists from both sides of the railway line coming together to talk about issues affecting their communities.
Family feud closes Mandela Park rehab
The death of the rehab centre’s founder broke open divisions between his two wives over how the unregistered rehab centre will continue as an organisation.
Family forgives scholar transport driver in tragic accident
The horrific accident that claimed the lives of five children has put a spotlight on the issue of learner transport in the country.
CPUT shuts down after protest
Some students were still digging in their heels and refusing to vacate the university residences by 16h00 on Friday, arguing that an eviction order would be required to make them go.
Films on disability, load shedding and black hair awarded at Khayelitsha festival
Local film festival recognises local talent.
Dilapidated schools impair teaching and learning in the Eastern Cape
According to the department of education in the Eastern Cape, the improvement of facilities at almost half of the schools in the province is delayed while about a fifth have no electricity.
Late learners battle to get placed in school
The department says it is doing its best to place learners who applied late.
Khayelitsha school aims for 90% in physical science
The Grade 12 learners at the school this year say they are feeling the pressure to beat the 70% pass rate achieved by the class of 2022.
Top learners in the Western Cape awarded
The 2022 matric results saw an improvement in poor schools despite the lack of resources that impact on the provision of quality education.
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