The 2020 academic year will be saved, according to the Higher Education Department. The department unveiled plans to gradually phase in learning after the lockdown. Government has stressed the importance of equipping students for online or distance learning because the future under COVID-19 is an uncertain one.
Minister Blade Nzimande doesn’t want to neglect struggling tertiary institutions. The challenges faced by the sector we must not lose sight of the private higher education sector,” Nzimande said.
“Simply because they are students, which we also have an interest in. Also, private student accommodation providers are complaining about their sustainability because the students are not there.
The department said the National Student Financial Aid Scheme will continue supporting students with funding. Coronavirus Hotline Number: 0800 029 999 from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday Help protect your loved ones by sharing this official South African government COVID-19 service with your family, friends and community.
Send HI to 0600 123 456 on WhatsApp. The NICD has another Clinician Hotline to improve #COVID19 communication and support for healthcare providers. The Clinician Hotline is 0800 11 1131, operating 24 hrs. The Public Hotline is 0800 029 999 also operating 24hrs.
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