The Union has in the past 5 days held several meetings with the National Students Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and the Department of Higher Education (DHET) regarding recent developments in the sector, the most critical being the Direct Payment System (DPS) and the Defunding of NSFAS students.

Guest: Asive Dlanjwa, Spokesperson for the South African Union of Students.

The Union has in the past 5 days held several meetings with the National Students Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and the Department of Higher Education (DHET) regarding recent developments in the sector, the most critical being the Direct Payment System (DPS) and the Defunding of NSFAS students.
Guest: Asive Dlanjwa, Spokesperson for the South African Union of Students.

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The Union has in the past 5 days held several meetings with the National Students Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and the Department of Higher Education (DHET) regarding recent developments in the sector, the most critical being the Direct Payment System (DPS) and the Defunding of NSFAS students.

international: In recent years, hurricanes have become increasingly prevalent and devastating in coastal regions, particularly in areas like Florida. These powerful storms, characterised by their immense size and destructive potential, raise pressing questions about the role of climate change in their frequency and intensity. As we observe the unfolding impacts of hurricanes, understanding the interplay between natural weather patterns and climate change becomes crucial for addressing the challenges communities face in preparation and recovery.



Hurricane Milton has wreaked havoc across Florida, leaving over 2 million homes and businesses without power and triggering catastrophic conditions. As the storm made landfall as a category three hurricane, the state faces significant threats from tornadoes, flash floods, and storm surges, prompting widespread evacuations. 

Guest: Alex Lenferna: Climate Justice Activist  

international: In recent years, hurricanes have become increasingly prevalent and devastating in coastal regions, particularly in areas like Florida. These powerful storms, characterised by their immense size and destructive potential, raise pressing questions about the role of climate change in their frequency and intensity. As we observe the unfolding impacts of hurricanes, understanding the interplay between natural weather patterns and climate change becomes crucial for addressing the challenges communities face in preparation and recovery. 
  
Hurricane Milton has wreaked havoc across Florida, leaving over 2 million homes and businesses without power and triggering catastrophic conditions. As the storm made landfall as a category three hurricane, the state faces significant threats from tornadoes, flash floods, and storm surges, prompting widespread evacuations.   
Guest: Alex Lenferna: Climate Justice Activist

In recent years, hurricanes have become increasingly prevalent and devastating in coastal regions, particularly in areas like Florida.

The issue of femicide in South Africa remains a critical and alarming concern, particularly highlighted by recent findings from the South African Medical Research Council. Women in the Eastern Cape face nearly double the risk of being murdered compared to the national average, while the overall femicide rate in the country remains disturbingly high. These statistics underscore the urgent need to understand the contributing factors, particularly the role of intimate partner violence, and to explore effective support systems aimed at prevention.

Guest: Prof Naeemah Abrahams: Intramural Research Units Director, South African Medical Research Council’s (SAMRC) 

The issue of femicide in South Africa remains a critical and alarming concern, particularly highlighted by recent findings from the South African Medical Research Council. Women in the Eastern Cape face nearly double the risk of being murdered compared to the national average, while the overall femicide rate in the country remains disturbingly high. These statistics underscore the urgent need to understand the contributing factors, particularly the role of intimate partner violence, and to explore effective support systems aimed at prevention. 
Guest: Prof Naeemah Abrahams: Intramural Research Units Director, South African Medical Research Council’s (SAMRC)

The issue of femicide in South Africa remains a critical and alarming concern, particularly highlighted by recent findings from the South African Medical Research Council.

The Limpopo Department of Education has initiated an investigation following an incident at Makahlule Primary School in Malamulele, where 35 learners experienced symptoms of suspected food poisoning.

Guest: Mavhungu Lerule-Ramakhanya: MEC, TheDepartment of Education in Limpopo

The Limpopo Department of Education has initiated an investigation following an incident at Makahlule Primary School in Malamulele, where 35 learners experienced symptoms of suspected food poisoning. 
Guest: Mavhungu Lerule-Ramakhanya: MEC, The<a href="https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/limpopo-education-dept-clarifies-the-limpopo-learner-toilet-story/"> Department of Education in Limpopo</a>

The Limpopo Department of Education has initiated an investigation following an incident at Makahlule Primary School in Malamulele, where 35 learners experienced symptoms of suspected food poisoning.

The Union has in the past 5 days held several meetings with the National Students Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and the Department of Higher Education (DHET) regarding recent developments in the sector, the most critical being the Direct Payment System (DPS) and the Defunding of NSFAS students.

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