The Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT), has launched a new scholarship initiative to help students who are struggling financially. The initiative was introduced by Vice-Chancellor and Principal Prof. Pamela Dube in partnership with the Student Representative Council (SRC) as part of university’s vision 2030 strategy.
“We must shape ethical leaders, innovators, and professionals who can contribute meaningfully to society. Yet talent alone is not enough when students are burdened by unpaid tuition, housing challenges, and food insecurity,” said Dube.
She explained that the new initiative aims to build partnerships, increase scholarship opportunities and create long-term support systems so that deserving students can continue their education.
CUT in collaboration with the SRC, is empowering students to help develop solutions to challenges they face, and the university has called on partners and donors to invest in student success. “Supporting a student is not charity. It is an investment in a future graduate, a future leader, and ultimately, the future of our nation.”
Students who have received bursaries shared how the funding has helped them. Vhukudo Sadiki, a BankSeta bursary recipient and final-year Computer Networking student, said the funding she received in 2023 helped her continue her studies and work towards completing her degree.
Eskom NTCSA bursary recipients Katleho Seatlhodi and Lefa Mosupeng said the financial support reduced their worries about fees, accommodation and daily needs, allowing them to focus on their studies.
Organisations that showcased bursary opportunities at the event included W&RSETA, ETDP SETA, NTCSA, MQA and HWSETA.
Compiled by Sibongile Selomane
