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While the Higher Education Act of 1997 (HEA) grants the right to institutions to set policies and rules for its students, the HEA does not mention the supposed right to withhold certificates
It is very difficult for foreign citizens to get financial aid in South Africa. Perhaps approach the institution where you want to study and ask them if they can help you.
If either of your parents has permanent residency in South Africa, you would qualify to apply for permanent residence too. Then after five years, you could apply for citizenship by naturalisation.
The simplest route would probably be to get help from an organisation that regularly deals with Home Affairs' dysfunction.
It is usually debt collectors rather than universities that report unpaid debts to the credit bureau. You can check your credit status online.
You can make an affidavit explaining your circumstances and ask your old school for a copy.
You will likely need a late registration of birth certificate but you can apply for a temporary ID in the meantime.
You can still apply for a temporary ID at Home Affairs.
Yes, if you have graduated from a South African university.
The SRC has mistaken its mandate, which is to lead, represent and defend the student body according to the SRC Constitution, in favour of asserting its own ideological preferences.