Question NW3693 to the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation

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11 December 2023 - NW3693

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Shikwambana, Mr M to ask the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation

(1)Whether he has been informed of the recording of the Chairperson of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) with two other people who suggested the appointment of a certain law firm (name furnished) because they have someone inside who can guide the investigation to stay away from issues of awarding funding to students which can get too many persons into trouble, with the possibility of arrest; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what steps does he intend to take in this regard;

Reply:

  1. No, I have not been informed of any recording of the Chairperson of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and others. The honourable member can share further information.
  2. NSFAS has appointed a panel of Legal Service Providers. All Legal Service Providers are appointed from this panel as and when legal services are required.

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