NSFAS 2027 applications open as board takes back control after administrator’s suspension
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What happened
Thapelo Molefe The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has opened applications for the 2027 academic year, with the scheme now back under board-led governance following the suspension of administrator Professor Hlengani Mathebula’s appointment by the Gauteng High Court.
Why it may matter
- This is time-bound — there is an application or deadline involved, so check the dates before they pass.
- Paused rather than ended, so the position may change again.
- Useful if you are trying to explore opportunities.
- Affects students in South Africa.
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