In May 2025, South African students funded through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) began receiving increased allowances under an updated financial support structure. This significant update responds to economic pressures and the rising cost of living, aiming to provide better financial security for students across both universities and TVET colleges. With increases in … Read more
To ease the burden of rising living costs, Singapore continues its Community Development Council (CDC) Vouchers Scheme in 2025. As part of the government’s broader Assurance Package introduced during Budget 2024 by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong, the scheme provides tangible financial relief to all eligible Singaporean households. Summary Table: Singapore CDC … Read more
Singapore’s Ministry of Education (MOE) has officially rolled out significant changes to the PSLE (Primary School Leaving Examination) scoring system starting in 2025. These reforms are designed to shift focus from competition to personal mastery and well-rounded development. Rather than ranking students against one another, the new system assesses them against consistent academic standards. Summary … Read more
In response to the continued financial strain facing low- and middle-income households, the UK’s Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed a new £450 Cost of Living Payment. Scheduled to begin in June 2025, this financial aid aims to provide urgent relief for those struggling with high energy costs, rising food prices, and general … Read more