Students at Gert Sibande TVET College in Ermelo are voicing deep frustration over ongoing delays in financial aid disbursements from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). Many say they haven’t received payments since last year—leaving them unable to afford tuition, transport, food, or basic needs.

NSFAS payment delays and disbursement failures have been a growing national issue, disrupting students' lives and academic progress across the country.