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NSFAS battles demand for student loans, bursaries

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Pretoria – Despite substantial increases in the funds allocated to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) since 1999, the scheme continues to battle with the demand for student loans and bursaries.

Safety in schools being reviewed

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Pretoria - Considerable attention has been paid to the matter of school violence over the past five years, the Department of Basic Education says.

Sizwe Nxasana takes reigns at NSFAS

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Pretoria – Higher Education and Training Minister Blade Nzimande has announced the appointment of Sizwe Nxasana as the new Chairperson of National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Board.

Remembering Victoria Mxenge

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Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has called on South Africans to remember the “fearless and selfless” Victoria Mxenge as the country marks women’s contribution in the struggle for freedom and the development of the country.

BrandSA appoints new CEO

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Pretoria - Brand South Africa announced on Wednesday that Kingsley Makhubela has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the entity.

Minister Muthambi congratulates Tshwane TV

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Pretoria - Communications Minister Faith Muthambi has congratulated community broadcaster, Tshwane TV, for acquiring broadcasting rights for the ODI and T20 cricket series between Zimbabwe and New Zealand.

Science centres to brew future scientists

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Cape Town – Science and Technology Minister Naledi Pandor says science centres are important as they stimulate the imagination of the youth to help them visualise a future that they want.

Jericho residents welcome water scheme

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Pretoria - Residents of Jericho in the North West province have welcomed plans by government to supply drinking water to their village in about two weeks.