The grant program stated that “we do not accept affidavits. You must provide us with the “court-appointed legal guardianship” document or submit a non-SASSA declaration form signed by a social worker. The form is available on our website. NSFAS said it does not accept affidavits proving legal guardianship. Certain documents are required for the NSFAS application. Wondering if an affidavit of guardianship is one of these documents? Well, here`s what you need to know. NSFAS announced that “students who wish to appeal must upload all necessary supporting documents to substantiate the reasons for appeal. Appeals must be filed within 30 days of the failure decision. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, transport, meals, textbook stipends, learning materials and registration fees for eligible students. The cost of higher education and vocational education and training can often be the barrier preventing students from obtaining higher education degrees from public universities and technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institutions. Unsuccessful students have 30 days to appeal their refusal status after receiving the result of their NSFAS application.