Landlords in Mankweng Suspend Student Evictions Following Productive Engagement with NSFAS

Landlords in Mankweng Suspend Student Evictions Following Productive Engagement with NSFAS. In a significant development for higher education in South Africa, landlords in Mankweng, a township near Polokwane in Limpopo, have agreed to halt the eviction of students from their accommodations. This decision follows a constructive meeting with the CEO of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), Waseem Careem, addressing concerns over delayed payments.

Financial Strain on Landlords

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Private student accommodation providers in Mankweng had not received payments from NSFAS since February 2025, despite expectations of monthly disbursements. The financial strain led some landlords to consider evicting students to mitigate losses. Lufuno Nemalili, Secretary of the Limpopo Private-Owned Student Accommodation Association, highlighted the landlords’ frustration, noting that repeated attempts to obtain payment updates had been unsuccessful.

Commitment to Settle Outstanding Payments

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During the meeting, CEO Waseem Careem assured landlords that the disbursement process for all outstanding payments had commenced. He committed to ensuring that affected landlords would receive their dues by the end of the following week. This assurance prompted landlords to suspend eviction plans, providing relief to numerous students who rely on NSFAS-funded accommodations.

Student Welfare and Housing Stability

The situation in Mankweng underscores the critical role of timely NSFAS payments in maintaining stable housing for students. Delays not only jeopardize students’ living conditions but also strain relationships between landlords and the financial aid scheme. Ensuring prompt payments is essential to uphold students’ rights to safe and secure accommodations, which are vital for their academic success.

Conclusion

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The resolution in Mankweng exemplifies the positive outcomes achievable through open dialogue and collaboration between stakeholders. As NSFAS works to streamline its payment processes, continued engagement with accommodation providers will be crucial in preventing future disruptions. This incident serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of financial aid systems, housing providers, and student welfare in South Africa’s higher education landscape.