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Public Sector Job Applications Eased

Wed, 11/20/2019 - 09:21

All government departments and its components have been directed to stop the practice of requiring certified copies of documents not older than three months to accompany applications for employment.

Deadline Looms For 2020 NSFAS Applications

Fri, 11/08/2019 - 01:05

There are less than 23 days for students to apply for assistance from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) for the 2020 academic year. Applications for eligible learners will officially close at midnight on 30 November 2019.

Kolisi's Speech Inspires the Nation

Sun, 11/03/2019 - 13:55

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi's stirring speech after his team won the Rugby World Cup final has been hailed by the country, and from the world's media who have been impressed by his impressive career.

“We have so many problems in our country, but to have a team like this… You know, we come from different backgrounds, different races, and we came together with one goal, and we wanted to achieve it. I really hope that we have done that for South Africa, to show that we can pull together if we want and achieve something.”

University safety task team established

Mon, 10/28/2019 - 19:24

On 23 October 2019, Police Minister Bheki Cele met with vice-chancellors from the country’s 26 universities and PSiRA to deliberate interventions following the recent spate of violence and murders on and off campus in recent weeks. During the meeting, Cele also engaged the vice-chancellors on improving campus safety and new approaches to policing that may facilitate this.

Four Students Stabbed at University of Limpopo

Mon, 10/28/2019 - 16:38

Four students were stabbed at the University of Limpopo in an attacked that is believed to be linked to student politics on the campus.

NSFAS is on Strike

Mon, 10/28/2019 - 13:38

Staff at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme have gone out on strike. Workers at the head office who are part of the Nehawu union are striking for better benefits.

Young learners rewarded for entrepreneurial skills

Mon, 10/28/2019 - 11:57

The Allan Gray Entrepreneurship Challenge honours top learners in their annual competition

Surviving Your First Year At Varsity

Fri, 10/18/2019 - 14:33

Are you a fresher feeling a bit insecure about your educational career after matric? You're not alone - many first years find university to be a huge adjustment. Even if you're financially prepared, the first few months can present a great deal of disorientation and anxiety if you’re not mentally prepared.

Basic Education monitoring load shedding impact on exams

Wed, 10/16/2019 - 19:51

The Department of Basic Education is considering engaging Eskom on the possible effect of load shedding on matric exams.

How To Identify Bogus Colleges

Sat, 10/12/2019 - 21:50

Authorities, including the SAPS and the Department of Higher Education, are repeatedly issuing warnings for prospective students to steer clear of bogus colleges and educational scams. But while this is sound advice, it may not be enough to actually assist young people in identifying such outfits.

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