EP 3: Slow Reaction of Government

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The current education system in South Africa is still challenged by many, as public school improvement is still questioned. Many still complain that it is disadvantageous to them when they reach higher institutions; some even make wrong career decisions because the information is limited, which increases the unemployment rate of graduates. We spoke to a university student who explained how he has found life at University. There is also a recording from Minister of Higher education, science, and technology Dr Blade Nzimande, explaining some of the challenges that the nsfas system still faces today.

9 Nov 2021 Xhosa South Africa Education · Education

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