Monday, October 21, 2024

As the 2024 National Senior Certificate (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 in the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).

"The applying window will close on fifteen December 2024, and there are not many days left to post applications. Qualified students are urged to apply promptly to secure monetary assistance for his or her 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 claimed this pivotal moment marks the culmination of several years of hard work and encourages the Class of 2024 to approach their examinations with dedication and self-confidence.

With Just more than 880 000 candidates, including 727 121 full-time nsfas and 155,215 part-time candidates from across South Africa sit for this 12 months's matric exams, throughout South get more info Africa, Basic Education Minister, Siviwe nsfas Gwarube, has assured the public of the department's preparedness to administer the examinations easily.

Nkabane highlighted a selection of alternatives available inside the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) system, which is open up to all matriculants seeking further more education and learning and skills development.

The PSET system contains:

• Community Education and Training (CET) colleges: Supplying skills development and general education for students who want to continue 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 click here institutions: Universities click here and higher education providers offering degree and diploma programmes.

"The PSET sector supports the National Skills Development Strategy (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