MALAIKA MAHLATSI | Why state must enter student housing market

Government need to repurpose unused buildings

Protests have erupted at Wits University over a decision by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) to cap payment of accommodation at R45,000 per annum.

While it affects all students across the country, this decision is particularly devastating for students in universities located in metropolitan municipalities, where the cost of living is significantly higher...

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