Sizwe Nxasana

Code 300: a game changer for the missing middle

Article Ikusasa Student Financial & Aid Programme - 24 Jun 2019

Launched in 2017 to solve the funding challenge faced by the ‘missing middle’ students, ISFAP provides students the funding for their studies.

What drives Judy Dlamini’s success

Article bogdan TagDiv - 4 Jan 2019

She credits her parents and their work ethic for the person she has become and she encourages others to follow suit

NSFAS chair Sizwe Nxasana resigns after ‘extreme strain’ on the payments system

Article bogdan TagDiv - 9 Aug 2018

The National Students’ Financial Aid Scheme came under fire after Naledi Pandor instructed the institution to halt funding for 2019 students

NSFAS follows Zuma’s new plan – but with caution

Article Bongekile Macupe - 18 Dec 2017

How will the body deal with the president's surprise announcement?

WSU student accidentally receives R14m NSFAS deposit

Article Jenni Evans - 30 Aug 2017

The student had reported it to the university, but had allegedly spent R500 000 of it in the past five months.

Ivy League schools fail black parents’ grade

Article Bongekile Macupe - 11 Aug 2017

Two mothers say their choice schools encourage pupils to embrace their indivuality and culture

Can Sizwe Nxasana change the fortunes of NSFAS?

Article bogdan TagDiv - 5 Aug 2015

Blade Nzimande has appointed the outgoing FirstRand chief executive to chair the board of the struggling student bursary scheme for four years.

Slow response to gender-based violence

Article bogdan TagDiv - 28 Feb 2014

The debate about gender-based violence is easily obscured by statistics, as horrifying as they may be.

FirstRand considers expansion into Kenya

Article bogdan TagDiv - 5 Feb 2014

The financial services provider hopes to restart its expansion plans into the African continent and says this time Kenya could be the place to begin.

FNB cowardly to capitulate to ANC

Analysis bogdan TagDiv - 1 Feb 2013

As the storm over the disastrous FNB ad campaign blows over, it's important to examine its implications for SA as a budding democratic society.

Motshekga ‘disappointed’ over FNB ad SMS leak

Article Sapa - 28 Jan 2013

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga says she is disappointed that an SMS between her and Firstrand chief executive Sizwe Nxasana has been leaked.

Will the banks get a new boss?

Article Maya Fisher French - 11 Mar 2010

Finance Minister Gordhan is weighing the possibility of a new independent regulator for South Africa's banks.

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Products for the care of babies and toddlers now essential items

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Staff Reporter - 7 Apr 2020

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New energy mix on the cards

Derek Davey - 3 Apr 2020

REI4P already has and will continue to yield thousands of employment opportunities

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The online value of executive education in a Covid-19 world

Staff Reporter - 27 Mar 2020

Executive education courses further develop the skills of leaders in the workplace

Special Reports

Sisa Ntshona urges everyone to stay home, and consider travelling later

Staff Reporter - 26 Mar 2020

Sisa Ntshona has urged everyone to limit their movements in line with government’s request

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SAB Zenzele’s special AGM postponed until further notice

Staff Reporter - 24 Mar 2020

An arrangement has been announced for shareholders and retailers to receive a 77.5% cash payout

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20th Edition of the National Teaching Awards

Staff Reporter - 23 Mar 2020

Teachers are seldom recognised but they are indispensable to the country's education system

Special Reports

Awards affirm the vital work that teachers do

Thabo Mohlala - 23 Mar 2020

Government is committed to empowering South Africa’s teachers with skills, knowledge and techniques for a changing world

Special Reports

2020 Humanities Award winners reflect a contribution to diversity and social justice, echoing South Africa’s socioeconomic condition

Anele Ngcoya - 23 Mar 2020

The HSS Awards ensure that the humanities and social sciences thrive