Monday, Oct 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 make an application for funding through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).

"The application window will close on 15 December 2024, and you will find not many days left to submit applications. Qualified pupils are urged to apply immediately to secure money support for their 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 3.

Nkabane explained this pivotal moment marks the end result of a long time of hard work and encourages the Class of 2024 to approach their exams with dedication and self esteem.

With Just about 880 000 candidates, including 727 121 full-time and 155,215 part-time candidates from throughout South Africa sit for this calendar year's matric examinations, across South Africa, Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube, has assured the public in the department's preparedness to administer the exams click here smoothly.

Nkabane highlighted a range of opportunities offered inside the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) system, that's open to all matriculants seeking further more instruction and skills development.

The PSET system contains:

• Community Education and Training click here (CET) colleges: Featuring nsfas contact details 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 more info self-employment.

• Higher Education institutions: Universities and higher education providers offering degree and read more 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