The Nsfas Has Launched New Ways to Apply for Bursaries. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), South Africa’s largest bursary scheme, has opened applications for 2024. Blade Nzimande, Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation, highlights improvements.
Minister Insights Easier Application Process
Nzimande discusses how changes to the NSFAS application process will simplify the application process for students. The 2024 application period opened on November 21, 2023, with various enhancements introduced as part of the scheme.
Application Process Details
Information regarding the application process, encouraging eligible students to apply through the myNSFAS portal. Highlights improvements made by NSFAS during the application period are provided.
Digital Strategy Implementation
The minister discusses NSFAS digital strategy, including improved student application portals and enhanced status checks. He emphasizes the continuation of WhatsApp and USSD functionality for 2024.
Tracking Application Status
It is possible for students to track the status of their 2024 NSFAS applications and funding via WhatsApp and USSD, which provides a convenient way to keep updated.
NSFAS Mobile Application Launch
NSFAS mobile application will be available on iOS, Android, and Huawei devices in 2024. The app features, including biometrics, are discussed.
Minister’s Call for Improvement: NSFAS Call Centre
Students who struggle to get help from NSFAS are urged to enhance the call center operations, Minister Nzimande says.
NSFAS Funding Overview
There are currently over one million students receiving NSFAS funding at public universities and TVET colleges. The financial eligibility requirements for 2024 remain unchanged.
Financial Eligibility Criteria
A description of the financial eligibility criteria for NSFAS funding, including household income limits.
Benefits of NSFAS Funding
NSFAS provides tuition and registration fees support along with additional allowances for study-related expenses.
Conclusion
The 2024 NSFAS application brings forth a user-friendly process and digital advancements, ensuring accessibility for all eligible students. Minister Nzimande’s call for improvement reflects a commitment to seamless assistance, reinforcing NSFAS’s pivotal role in supporting educational aspirations across South Africa.
