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All talk and no action that's what our current government is best at. To say that I am disappointed is an understatement. The lies, the corruption and the audacity! It's all too much!
Last week I informed you that the NSFAS funded students were promised to be sorted out by Monday, the 15th of January 2024. I waited the entire week for any progress or official news but all to no avail. It hurts a lot because the government promised a certain amount (R45 000 annually) to those on accommodation. I do not even remember how much those on transport get because it's so little money, a little over R1k monthly for 10 months.
So it seems now that they have decreased the bursary amount of R45 000 to R30 000 overnight. The difference that they owe so many has now vanished, all with no accountability. It's so exhausting because I am in my final year of college and the NSFAS money that I get helps my family and I so much.
The government's greed will be the end of their reign. I have registered to vote but if I do actually decide to go through with it, I am definitely not voting for the ruling party. At this rate, I would rather that education be free and it's my business to make sure that I get transport money. That's easier than being used as an excuse to loot funds. Funds that are being collected in my name, in the name of those who need it most, all for selfish gain! The NSFAS system is a great initiative but without accountability and honesty, it's pointless.
What hurts the most is that we are told to value the ANC because of what they have done for our past. While that is good, they are using that as an excuse to rob us of our future. They are using apartheid as an excuse to continue to wreck havoc in our systems, whether educational or political. It's all too much because while apartheid has hurt us, there is no European to blame for our unpaid school fees and outstanding bursary fees.
I am in my final year of college with every intention to go to university next year but at this rate getting a job or a side hustle is inevitable, seemingly wise actually. Yet I am studying full-time and the bursary that I qualify for is supposed to help me to focus on my studies. There are bills that come like clockwork and the systems that are in place to support those who need it most are failing dismally.
I speak from personal experience when I say that those at college are not there for fun. We don't have many options. Writing the National Senior Certificate without support is difficult. For many of us who do not even have a grade 12, this system is such a saviour. We NEED all the systems put in place to work seamlessly, otherwise it defeats the purpose. Making room for vulnerabilities and hurting so many people who just want a better future.
Question of the week: What are your thoughts on South Africa's flawed higher education system?
All my love
Ruthy♥️
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