Education Support
Education opens every door. We help African families access it.
How GDSA Can Help
Support for enrolling children in schools, accessing university, NSFAS, and adult education programmes. Our community team provides direct guidance, document preparation support, and referrals to specialist partners. We walk with you through each step of the process.
Step-by-Step Process
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Children: Schools MUST enroll children of asylum seekers — the South African Schools Act prohibits exclusion
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Contact GDSA if any school refuses to enroll your child
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University: DHET guidelines allow asylum holders to apply for higher education
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NSFAS funding: eligibility depends on permit status — GDSA can advise
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ABET and adult literacy programmes are available at community colleges
Frequently Asked Questions
A school refused to enroll my child. What should I do?
Contact GDSA immediately. This is a violation of the South African Schools Act. We will intervene and escalate to the Gauteng Department of Education if necessary.