The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) warns students, prospective applicants and parents not to rely on unofficial posts circulating on social media about application dates and funding rules. NSFAS says some messages also include claims of guaranteed assistance.
In a statement, NSFAS says all legitimate information is published through its verified channels. The organisation warns that inaccurate or misleading information may cause people to miss application deadlines or make decisions based on false promises.
Across the outlet coverage provided, the focus remains on consumer protection and directing people to official sources rather than third-party or unofficial posts. No specific fake dates, accounts, or examples of claims were detailed in the information received, but the warning is presented as a general alert to potential misinformation affecting applications and funding expectations.
