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Zuma free education plan
Nzimande ready to serve in Cabinet again
Blade Nzimande was given the chop in former president Jacob Zuma's last Cabinet reshuffle.
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Crowds of prospective students converge on TUT for registration
Spokesperson Willa de Ruyter says the university will know today if there is space for new students.
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Students in EFF regalia picket outside Unisa in Pretoria
The registration process for the 2018 academic year is currently underway at various higher education institutions.
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Polokwane TVET college blamed for stampede
Six people were left needing medical assistance at the Limpopo college after prospective students pushed their way through the security gates.
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University registrations an uphill battle for some
Scores of parents and guardians have been accompanying prospective students to institutions this week for registration.
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Nsfas: No govt confirmation that student debt will be scrapped
NSFAS says it’s held discussions with universities and TVET colleges to ensure student registrations proceed smoothly.
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Mkhize: Dept ready to deal with potential conflict at universities
Higher Education Minister Hlengiwe Mkhize says that prospective students who might still want to apply must use the central applications clearing house system.
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'Treasury still looking for money to fund free higher education'
Finance Minister spokesperson Mayihlome Tshwete says the department is working towards funding mechanisms.
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Free education important but not at expense of others, say matrics
Last year, state president Jacob Zuma announced free higher education will be provided for the poor but details about the funding model remain unclear.
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UCT puts contingency plans in place for possible registration disruptions
Higher Education Minister Hlengiwe Mkhize says if students have problems with their applications, they can contact her department for information.
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USAf: Higher learning facilities want to avoid registration stampede
This year, the EFF has called on all academically deserving students to arrive at their university of choice to be enrolled, even if they haven't formally applied for a spot.
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'Zuma must clarify free education plan, or else chaos is imminent'
On the eve of the ANC’s elective conference in December, the president announced that government would provide free education for students from poor & working-class households.
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USAf urges students, political parties to be responsible about placements
The national body's Professor Ahmed Bawa says there is a plan in place for students who need assistance.
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USAf: Universities won't allow walk-in applications
Over the weekend, Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema encouraged people to report to the universities of their choice.
