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To restore stability at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), Minister of Higher Education Buti Manamela is expected to appoint a new chairperson to the NSFAS board on Monday.

Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube on Thursday urged school leaders to act swiftly on allegations of bullying and violence.

The suspects are in police custody and being questioned as part of the investigation.

A new force in accessible education has arrived to help tackle South Africa’s persistent skills and post-school education access challenges. Solwazi Institute has officially launched to make accredited learning opportunities available to all South Africans anywhere, anytime.

Education MEC Sipho Hlomuka said community members should stop shielding criminals, and help identify those responsible.

The world needs more people who understand the ocean, its ecosystems, challenges, and importance to all life on Earth.

The MEC for Education, Lindi Masina, and the Deputy Minister of the Department of Basic Education (DBE), Dr. Reginah Mhaule, visited the Isiqalo-Semfundo ECD Centre in the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality on Monday for a special event dedicated to supporting early childhood development.

The Field of Dreams, developed by the Maharishi Invincibility Institute (MII) in partnership with Standard Bank, Italtile, the BW Cares Foundation, and former cricket captain Ali Bacher, intends to bring safe, accessible recreational facilities to the communities that need them most.

The Gauteng Department of Education has defended its decision to slash subsidies for Quintile 5 schools from R879 to R315 per learner for the 2026 academic year, insisting the move complies with national funding norms and was necessary due to budget cuts.

Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela has formally acknowledged the resignation of Dr Karen Stander as chairperson of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Board, following allegations of racism, bullying, intimidation, and threats to her personal safety.