Over 7 000 Students Face Eviction As Nsfas Owes Housing Association

More than 7 000 students could be evicted from their accommodation, if the National Student Financial Aid Scheme NSFAS doesnt prioritise their funding. NSFAS owes the Private Student Housing Association PSHA R44 million.

The body says they wont be able to accommodate the students if the outstanding funds are not paid in 14 days. The Association is also unhappy with the NSFAS portal and rate uncertainties.

With just a few days left before the Higher Education institutions start the 2025 academic year. Private student housing bodies are left frustrated by NSFAS funding delays and students could be left compromised.

CEO of Private Student Housing Association Kagisho Mamabolo says, "We have more than 7 000 students that will be affected. These are students who are residing in our residents across the country, and I have no doubt that there could be more students affected, especially in the areas where the accommodation providers are not members of the PSHA. So, the number could be significantly higher."

Many students are left anxious as their future hangs in the balance.