Monday, Oct 21, 2024

Since 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 chance to make an application for funding in the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).

"The applying window will close on 15 December 2024, and there are actually not many days left to post applications. Suitable pupils are urged to apply immediately to secure money assist 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 stated this pivotal moment marks the culmination of many years of hard work and encourages the Class of 2024 to read more approach their exams with willpower and assurance.

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

Nkabane highlighted an array of chances accessible throughout the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) system, that's open up to all matriculants searching for additional training and skills development.

The PSET system features:

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

"The PSET sector supports the National click here Skills Development Strategy (2030) goals to address the nation’s skills development priorities and drive a skills revolution. Explore these pathways and pursue read more your ambitions through the diverse read more opportunities available in South Africa's PSET sector," Nkabane said.
- SAnews.gov.za