The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has confirmed the disbursement of R621 million in allowances to more than 200 000 TVET students for April 2026, but thousands of beneficiaries were excluded due to verification issues. The payment, made on 17 April, affects students across Technical and Vocational Education and Training colleges, many of whom rely on NSFAS funding for daily living expenses. While the bulk of payments were processed on time, the exclusion of approximately 12 000 students raises concerns about data accuracy and access to financial support during the academic term.