The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Prof Blade Nzimande, and the National Student Financial Aid Scheme’s Board Chairperson Mr Ernest Khosa, will brief the media on the opening of the NSFAS funding applications for the 2024 academic year and the overall readiness of the Scheme.
During the briefing, the Minister and Board Chairperson will amongst others announce the opening and closing dates of the application cycle as well as provide an update on the enhancements made on the NSFAS funding application portal.
The details of the media briefing are as follows:
Date: November 21, 2023 (Tuesday)
Time: 15h00-16h00
Venue: GCIS – Ronnie Mamoepa Press Room, Tshedimosetso House, 1035 Francis Baard Street, Hatfield, Pretoria
Media Participation: Journalists may also view the briefing via live streaming on the following government digital platforms:
Facebook: http://facebook.com/GovernmentZA/ DHETinSA or Dr Blade Nzimande
Twitter: http://twitter.com/GovernmentZA/ https://twitter.com/HigherEdugovza(link is external)
Members of the media can confirm their attendance by contacting Takalani Mukwevho at 082 227 9308.
General enquiries must be sent to Ishmael Mnisi at 0660378859
The above contact details are to be used for media purposes only. For any other inquiries contact NSFAS contact centre.
