07 September 2018
The Department of Military Veterans is facing challenges in providing education support to military veterans and their dependants. The most critical challenge is the shortage of funds.
The DMV is engaging with both the South African National Military Veterans Association (SANMVA), and the Advisory Council to find solutions which will be communicated soonest.
The Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Ms Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is already engaging her colleagues in the Department of Higher Education & Training , Basic Education and the National Treasury in trying to find answers, to the challenges urgently.
Acting Director General of the Department, Lt General (Retired) Derrick Mgwebi, will update the media on the progress from the various consultations.
Details of the briefing are as follows:
NB: There will be a video link to Imbizo Media Centre, 120 Plein Street, Parliament, Cape Town
The Department remains committed to providing education support, working in concert with various stakeholders, to assist qualifying military veterans and their dependents until they complete their studies.
For more information please contact the Department Spokesperson, Mr Mbulelo Musi on 082 338 3890
Call Centre 080 232 3244
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