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With only days left until the deadline, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has confirmed that applications for the 2026 academic year will officially close at midnight on 15 November 2025.

More than 100,000 TVET and university students risk losing financial aid in 2026 as the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) faces a funding shortfall nearing R14 billion. The crisis threatens to destabilize South Africa’s higher education system, with Gauteng’s major institutions expected to feel the impact first.

Millions of South Africans woke up on Tuesday fearing they would lose access to their monthly social grants. The worry centered on the Master Services Agreement (MSA) between Postbank and the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) — the contract that allows beneficiaries to receive their grants through Postbank’s channels.

Find out the SASSA grant payment dates for October 2025, including SRD R370 payments, grant increases, and how to collect your funds safely. Stay informed and avoid delays.

Learn how NSFAS uses SARS, credit bureaus, and other data to verify student funding eligibility in South Africa. Avoid errors and know your rights.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed a R10 increase in all social grants, effective from October 2025.…

Can you get a student loan while on NSFAS? Learn what NSFAS covers, the rules for combining funding with private loans, alternatives to borrowing, and expert advice for South African students. Plan wisely before taking on debt.

SASSA confirms October 2025 grant payments remain on schedule despite Postbank deal ending. See payment dates and beneficiary updates here.

Everything you need to know about NAC PESP 6 Funding: who qualifies, what projects are funded, how to apply, and important deadlines.

Top tips to submit a successful NSFAS application in 2026. Learn how to qualify, prepare your documents, avoid common mistakes, and increase your chances of approval.