TVET Graduates Leverage Skills To Launch Businesses With Stipend Support. In South Africa, where youth unemployment continues to be a pressing issue, new and innovative solutions are urgently needed to address this crisis. Among the initiatives making a significant difference is a unique stipend program aimed at empowering TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training)…
Elangeni TVET College Partners With AmaZulu To Enhance Player Education. Earlier this week, AmaZulu Football Club, affectionately known as Usuthu, announced a strategic partnership with Elangeni TVET College, a well-respected institution in Durban. This collaboration is set to provide a unique opportunity for the club’s players to further their education while pursuing their football careers,…
Africa Continental TVET Strategy 2025-34 Drafted By SASASNET. The Africa Continental TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) Strategy 2025-34 is a critical blueprint aimed at transforming skills development and employment systems across Africa. Spearheaded by the Sub-Saharan Africa Skills and Apprenticeship Stakeholders Network (SASASNET), this strategy is set to align the continent’s vocational education…
Deputy Minister Manamela Says Online Teaching Can Boost TVET Student Numbers. In a strategic push to enhance the accessibility and reach of Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in South Africa, Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, highlighted the critical role of online teaching during his address at the Huawei ICT Academy…
NSFAS Slashes TVET Students Transaction Fees From R22 To R1. In a significant move aimed at easing the financial burden on TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) students, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced a dramatic reduction in transaction fees. This change will see fees slashed from R22 to just R1….
TVET Colleges Urged To Focus on Job-Creating Programs. Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Professor Blade Nzimande, called upon technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges to shift their focus towards programs that lead to meaningful employment and contribute to local economic development. Nzimande emphasized the need for colleges to tailor their offerings based…
Reapply For NSFAS If You Move From University To TVET College? The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) plays a crucial role in supporting students pursuing higher education across South Africa, whether at universities or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges. If you’re considering a switch from university to a TVET College, it’s…
TVET Colleges in South Africa Accept Applications All Year Round. Several Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges in South Africa have adopted a groundbreaking approach by accepting applications throughout the year. This initiative offers a crucial opportunity for students who may have missed the typical application deadlines in 2024. Traditionally, educational institutions, including…
NSFAS Pays Direct TVET College Allowances. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has taken decisive steps to streamline the disbursement of student allowances by announcing a direct payment initiative starting from May. This initiative aims to alleviate persistent challenges faced by students and ensure timely financial support reaches those in need. Addressing Long-standing Issues…
TVET College Students Receiving NSFAS Allowances. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has recently implemented a new allowance payment system aimed at overcoming previous challenges associated with timely payments. This system, which utilizes direct bank deposits, marks a significant improvement in ensuring that eligible students receive their financial support promptly and efficiently. NSFAS and…
End of content
End of content