By Thapelo Molefe
Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela has appointed Dr Mugwena Maluleke as the Acting Chairperson of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Board, effective from Monday this week.
The appointment follows the resignation of Karen Stander, who stepped down after citing racism, bullying, intimidation, and safety concerns.
In a statement on Tuesday, the Department of Higher Education and Training said the appointment ensures continuity and stability as the minister proceeds with a self-review court application to regularise the board’s appointment process.
The self-review, lodged in the High Court, was initiated after legal advice indicated procedural shortcomings in how the current NSFAS board was appointed earlier this year.
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