NSFAS official holds senior role without verified qualifications

Tshiwula only submitted her matric certificate

- By Queenin Masuabi

A junior official at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is alleged to have been seconded to act as a senior manager for student accommodation this year without proper vetting of her qualifications.

According to the NSFAS job advertisement dated May 23, 2025, the senior manager for student accommodation must hold at least an NQF Level 7 qualification in commerce, legal, property management or a related built environment field.

Candidates need seven years’ experience in property development or management, including five at management level.

A project management certification is required. and an NQF Level 8 qualification is preferred.

According to a reliable information obtained by Sunday World, Sivuyile Tshiwula, who has held various positions at NSFAS, has not produced any qualification beyond a National Senior Certificate.

An email sent between senior staff at the scheme confirms that she has not submitted any other qualifications besides her matric certificate for the job.