National Students Union representing all university Student Representative Councils (SRCs) in South African Public Universities. inquires: [email protected]
Representatives of the SAUS National Executive Committee joined stakeholders, partners, and leaders from across the Post-School Education and Training sector at the Higher Health Gala Dinner & Stakeholder Awards. #SAUS#HigherHealth#StudentLeadership#HigherEducation
π’ NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT: GBVF SUMMIT
The SAUS GBVF Summit scheduled to take place in Durban has been postponed.
This decision was taken after careful consultation and consideration of the academic calendars of the hosting universities in Durban, will still be engaged.
SAUS spokesperson engaged on the ongoing challenges facing NSFAS, raising concerns around stability, leadership, and accountability in higher education funding. Students deserve a system that works effectively and consistently.
#SAUS#NSFAS#HigherEducation#StudentFunding
SAUS strongly condemns the freezing of NSFAS allowances affecting over 12 000 qualifying students across the country. Students cannot be expected to write tests and examinations under conditions of hunger, uncertainty, and financial distress.
#NSFAS#SAUS#StudentAllowanceCrisis
The South African Union of Students (SAUS) was honoured to be part of DEMOCRACY UNPACKED: The Youth Vote
An important engagement focused on issues affecting young people in South Africa, including NSFAS, unemployment, crime, and youth participation in democracy.
#YouthVote
Catch South African Union of Students President Moses Nkambako live on eNCA as he responds to the Ministerβs decision to place National Student Financial Aid Scheme under administration. Tune in at 11h00.
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The South African Union of Students rejects the decision to place NSFAS under administration, stating that the scheme has shown operational improvements and does not reflect a system in crisis.
SAUS has expressed outrage over reports that NSFAS-funded students are allegedly being trapped in loans with interest rates reaching 45%. SAUS spokesperson Dr Thato Masekoa says it is unacceptable for financially vulnerable students to be exploited by systems meant to assist them
The South African Union of Students has raised serious concern following revelations by the Sunday Times that NSFAS-funded students are allegedly being exploited through loans carrying interest rates of up to 45%. SAUS spokesperson Dr. Thato Masekoa speaks on these allegations.
SAUS shares its opinion amidst recent NSFAS boards registration and stability of the financial Aid scheme. Dr Thato Masekoa, SAUS spokesperson, unpacks what this means for funding, accountability, and the future of students across South Africa in institutions of higher learning
The South African Union of Students mourns the passing of UWC SRC leader Aphile Mbongwa. A committed servant of students, his legacy in advancing dignity, access, and justice in student life will not be forgotten. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, comrades, & UWC
COMING SOON
The South African Union of Students invites all stakeholders, partners, and members of the public to participate in the *Student Accommodation Indaba 2026,* taking place from 02nd to 06th of July 2026 at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.
A historic and impactful conclusion marked Day 3, the final day of the SAUS Strategic Higher Education Student Entrepreneurship Development Indaba, held yesterday, 26 April 2026, at the University of Venda.