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Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela has placed the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) under administration, appointing Professor Hlengani Mathebula as administrator. The decision follows resignations from key board members and ongoing governance issues. The board plans to challenge the move in court.

May 04, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved the One District One Dish scheme on Monday to promote traditional cuisine through branding and marketing, modeled on the One District One Product initiative. It also okayed a new transfer policy for 2026–27, enhanced compensation for land under high-tension power lines, and other proposals. Officials stated these steps will boost local economies and speed up infrastructure projects.

Nelson Mandela Bay mayor Babalwa Lobishe has accused fellow ANC members of plotting to undermine her leadership, amid an escalating scandal over a controversial R25-million transformer lease and probes into her bank deposits. This follows opposition accusations and a court ruling allowing critics to continue, with provincial ANC leaders warning that internal rifts threaten service delivery before local elections. The party has tasked its integrity commission with investigating.

February 27, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

At the Investing in Africa Mining Indaba 2026, experts highlighted South Africa's land and mining crisis as a political and structural issue requiring community control. Discussions focused on governance challenges and proposed innovations for democratic land management. The event underscored the need for collective consent in mining and development.