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Our editorial team researches, writes, and fact-checks every article on FundiConnect. We verify all information against official sources to ensure South African students get accurate, up-to-date guidance.

How to Become a Data Scientist: A 2026 Guide

How to Become a Data Scientist: A 2026 Guide

Data science is one of the most in-demand careers in South Africa right now.…

Cost of University Fees 2027

Cost of University Fees 2027

Let's be real: figuring out how much university is going to cost you is…

May/June 2026 Exams: Everything You Need to Know

May/June 2026 Exams: Everything You Need to Know

The matric May/June 2026 exams are here, and if your stomach just did a…

TUT Late Applications 2027: Dates, Process & What Is Still Open

TUT Late Applications 2027: Dates, Process & What Is Still Open

Can you still apply to TUT? Check the latest TUT late application dates for 2027, which programmes are still open, and how to apply online.

How to Check Your TUT Application Status

How to Check Your TUT Application Status

How to Check Your TUT Application Status You can check your Tshwane University of…

TUT Application Fees 2027 — Full Breakdown

TUT Application Fees 2027 — Full Breakdown

The TUT application fee for 2027 is R240, payable once to ABSA account 04 000 003. Strictly non-refundable, no waivers. Full breakdown of fees, payment methods, and post-acceptance costs.

How to Use the TUT Student Portal (ITS iEnabler Guide)

How to Use the TUT Student Portal (ITS iEnabler Guide)

The TUT student portal is the ITS iEnabler Self Help system used by Tshwane…

How to Become a Police Officer in South Africa

How to Become a Police Officer in South Africa

Police officers in South Africa are employed by the South African Police Service (SAPS)…

Grade 9 Subject Choice: A Student's Guide for 2027

Grade 9 Subject Choice: A Student's Guide for 2027

A complete guide for Grade 9 learners choosing Grade 10 subjects: compulsory vs elective, Maths vs Maths Lit, APS, career paths, and university requirements.

Bursaries for 2027 in South Africa

Bursaries for 2027 in South Africa

Bursaries for 2027 in South Africa South African students can apply for bursaries from…

NSFAS Contact Details 2026 — Phone, Email & Office Address

NSFAS Contact Details 2026 — Phone, Email & Office Address

NSFAS toll-free number, email addresses, WhatsApp, physical office address, and social media handles. Verified from nsfas.org.za.

Coinvest NSFAS — What Happened & How Students Get Paid Now

Coinvest NSFAS — What Happened & How Students Get Paid Now

Coinvest is no longer an NSFAS payment partner. Here's what replaced it and how to receive your NSFAS allowances directly into your bank account.

Apply to Central Johannesburg TVET College

Apply to Central Johannesburg TVET College

Central Johannesburg TVET College (CJC) is one of the largest TVET colleges in Gauteng,…

NSFAS Book Allowance — How It Works

NSFAS Book Allowance — How It Works

The NSFAS book allowance — officially called the learning material allowance — is a…

How to Apply to Lovedale TVET College

How to Apply to Lovedale TVET College

Lovedale TVET College is one of the oldest colleges in South Africa, with a…

NSFAS Accommodation Allowance — How It Works (2025 Caps)

NSFAS Accommodation Allowance — How It Works (2025 Caps)

The NSFAS accommodation allowance covers housing costs for funded students at public universities and…

How to Appeal an NSFAS Rejection — Step-by-Step Appeal Process

How to Appeal an NSFAS Rejection — Step-by-Step Appeal Process

How to Appeal an NSFAS Rejection — Step-by-Step Appeal Process If your NSFAS application…

NSFAS Status Check 2026 — How to Track Your Application

NSFAS Status Check 2026 — How to Track Your Application

Check your NSFAS status step-by-step: myNSFAS portal, USSD *120*67327#, status meanings, outstanding documents, appeals and 30-day deadlines.

How to Log In to the myNSFAS Portal

How to Log In to the myNSFAS Portal

The myNSFAS portal is at my.nsfas.org.za. Your South African ID number is your username.…

What Does NSFAS Cover? Full Allowances Breakdown

What Does NSFAS Cover? Full Allowances Breakdown

NSFAS covers tuition, accommodation, living, book, transport and personal care allowances. See the approved 2025 allowance caps for universities and TVET colleges.

What Is NSFAS? South Africa's Student Financial Aid Scheme Explained

What Is NSFAS? South Africa's Student Financial Aid Scheme Explained

NSFAS funds tuition, accommodation, and living costs for eligible South African students at public universities and TVET colleges. See who qualifies.

NSFAS — Complete Student Funding Guide for South Africa

NSFAS — Complete Student Funding Guide for South Africa

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a South African government entity under…

NBT Dates for 2026

NBT Dates for 2026

The NBT dates for 2026 have been announced! If you’re a matric learner who…

Career Guidance South Africa: How to Choose the Right Career in 2026

Career Guidance South Africa: How to Choose the Right Career in 2026

Choosing the right career is one of the most important decisions you will make…

Bursaries in South Africa 2026: NSFAS, Funza Lushaka & Corporate Funding

Bursaries in South Africa 2026: NSFAS, Funza Lushaka & Corporate Funding

Verified list of South African bursaries for 2026 — NSFAS, Funza Lushaka, Sasol, Vodacom, IDC and more. Eligibility, deadlines, and how to apply.

Learnerships 2026: Complete Guide to Available Programmes in South Africa

Learnerships 2026: Complete Guide to Available Programmes in South Africa

Looking for learnerships in 2026? South Africa offers hundreds of learnership programmes across government…

Student Accommodation in South Africa: Complete Guide for 2026

Student Accommodation in South Africa: Complete Guide for 2026

Finding the right accommodation is one of the biggest challenges facing South African university…

University Application Dates 2027: When to Apply & Closing Dates SA

University Application Dates 2027: When to Apply & Closing Dates SA

Knowing when university applications open — and close — is one of the most…

Study Teaching with SANTS

Study Teaching with SANTS

There is a moment every great teacher remembers. The moment a child’s face lights…

How to Apply to Sedibeng TVET College

How to Apply to Sedibeng TVET College

Located in Gauteng, Sedibeng TVET College is a leading Technical and Vocational Education and…

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