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In 2025, thousands of South African students rely on the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) to fund tuition, accommodation, and daily living expenses. However, the online NSFAS portal has been plagued with crashes, server errors, and slow loading times, particularly during peak appeal periods. The result? Frustrated students unable to log in or submit … Read more

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced a critical policy update that will affect thousands of social grant recipients. Effective August 15, 2025, a monthly income threshold of R8,070 will be enforced. Beneficiaries who earn above this amount — whether from salaries, freelance work, pensions, or other sources — will risk having their … Read more