# Deputy minister of Higher Education and Training, Nomusa Dube-Ncube, says gambling is having a serious impact on students’ academic performance, finances and mental health. Speaking at a Gambling and Student Wellbeing Symposium at Stellenbosch University, Dube-Ncube warned that students involved in gambling may miss classes, struggle to concentrate and perform poorly academically. She added some students are even diverting money meant for essentials such as tuition and food to fund gambling:
Deputy minister Nomusa Dube-Ncube warns gambling threatens student success and wellbeing [SOUND]
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