NSFAS Fails to Pay Students According to SAUS. The South African Union of Students (SAUS) has strongly criticized the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) for its failure to disburse monthly allowances, deeming the situation disastrous.
Challenges at North West University | NSFAS Under Fire
The recent incident involves NSFAS allegedly neglecting to pay over a thousand North West University students their allowances for the month of November, prompting significant backlash.
SAUS Seeks Answers | NSFAS Unresponsive
According to SAUS Spokesperson Asive Dlanjwa, attempts to seek clarification from NSFAS have been met with vague responses, leaving students and stakeholders in the dark regarding the reasons behind the payment delays.
Persistent Issues | Delays Since May
Dlanjwa reveals that the payment delays have plagued students since May, creating an ongoing struggle for those relying on financial assistance.
Widespread Impact | 80,000 Students Affected
The ripple effect of these delays is substantial, as Dlanjwa estimates that around 80,000 students, at a minimum, faced the challenges of writing exams without access to basic necessities such as food, toiletries, and other essential items.
Conclusion
NSFAS to timely disburse student allowances has not only triggered a crisis at North West University but has also cast a dark shadow over the year-end examination period for tens of thousands of beneficiaries. SAUS continues to advocate for transparency and swift resolution to alleviate the hardships faced by students dependent on financial aid.
