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title: Who manages the bursary?
description: "- **DBE (Department of Basic Education):** Sets policy and priorities. - **NSFAS:** Administers funding payments and recovers funds if needed. - **Higher Education Institutions (HEIs):** Assist students with applications and manage bursary payments. - **Provincial Education Departments (PEDs):** Place graduates…"
url: "https://learn.ecubed-dbe.org/docs/who-manages-the-bursary/"
updated: "2025-08-19"
category: Funza Lushaka
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# Who manages the bursary?

- **DBE (Department of Basic Education):** Sets policy and priorities.
- **NSFAS:** Administers funding payments and recovers funds if needed.
- **Higher Education Institutions (HEIs):** Assist students with applications and manage bursary payments.
- **Provincial Education Departments (PEDs):** Place graduates in public schools once qualified.