# The Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela says the post-school education system is ready for a smooth start to next year’s academic year. Briefing the media on the readiness for the 2026 academic year, Manamela said universities, TVET colleges, and community colleges will open on schedule, accommodating more than 900-thousand students nationwide. He added over 235-thousand first-year university spaces and more than 170-thousand TVET opportunities have been secured:
Higher Education minister pledges smooth start to 2026 academic year [SOUND]
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