FEDSAS concerned as rising school fees strain families amidst economic pressures
The Federation of Governing Bodies of South Africa (Fedsas) reported that fee-paying schools are facing significant financial strain due to rising school fees, which is putting added pressure on ailing families. According to Fedsas, independent schools are expected to grant exemptions totaling between R7.4 billion - R10.8 billion to help struggling parents. Fedsas’ Riaan van der Bergh emphasized that as fee increases outpace inflation, it is crucial for schools to […]
