NSFAS applications: zero fraud tolerance!
The North-West University (NWU) encourages all eligible students to apply for financial assistance through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). This vital programme plays an important role in making higher education accessible and helping students achieve their academic goals.
At the same time, we must emphasise that the NWU has a zero-tolerance stance towards fraud. Any form of dishonesty, misrepresentation of information, or fraudulent activity in the NSFAS application process, or in any financial or academic matter, will not be tolerated. Such actions undermine the integrity of our institution, disadvantage deserving students, and carry serious consequences in line with university regulations and the law.
We urge students to apply for NSFAS with honesty, integrity, and the necessary supporting documentation, ensuring that assistance is directed to those who truly qualify. At NWU, we remain committed to fairness, accountability, and protecting the opportunities of our student community.
Announcements
Minister Buti Manamela's address to Parliament's Portfolio Committee
29 May 2026
Today, Minister Buti Manamela appeared before Parliament’s Portfolio Committee to reaffirm that every decision taken regarding NSFAS is centred on protecting students and safeguarding their future.
More than 800,000 students rely on NSFAS for tuition, accommodation, food and learning support. The intervention aims to ensure uninterrupted funding, protect student accommodation, clear appeals backlogs, strengthen data protection, and restore stability within the institution.
“NSFAS is not just an administrative entity. It is the difference between opportunity and exclusion for many young people.”
Minister Manamela emphasised that the NSFAS administration intervention is about protecting students — not punishing individuals.
Key priorities include:
- Ensuring student allowances continue without interruption
- Protecting students from accommodation evictions
- Clearing more than 7,800 outstanding appeals
- Strengthening cybersecurity and safeguarding student data
- Restoring accountability and operational stability
The message remains clear: students must be able to study without administrative crises standing in their way...read more
NSFAS Trimester Two Applications – TVET College Students Only
08 May 2026
Kindly note that NSFAS applications for trimester two, only applies for TVET College students. No university applications are permitted during this cycle.
merSETA funding - missing middle
22 January 2026
NSFAS administers Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA) funding. Administrative requirements, application processes, disbursement procedures, and governance guidelines applicable to students funded under this arrangement are outlined here.