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Puseletso Malobola, a former matric learner from Soshanguve, finally receives her matric certificate after a four-year struggle, aided by the South African Human Rights Commission and a dedicated supporter.
Despite the criticism, the DA congratulated the Class of 2024 as well as the minister. This was the first time they gave a positive comment on the matric results.
Umalusi expresses serious concerns over the alarming trend of matric learners being barred from writing their final exams, as highlighted by the recent statements from chief executive Dr Mafu Rakometsi.
In a remarkable triumph for rural education, Amangwe High School in uMhlathuze has achieved a 100% Matric pass rate with 93% Bachelor passes, through an innovative STEEM programme that's transforming education in an area with 40% unemployment. This success story showcases how technology and innovation are revolutionising South African education.
Following the release of the 2024 matric results, parents are voicing their frustrations on social media over the disappointing marks received by learners assessed by SACAI.
In a move to tackle ongoing financial hardships endured by students, Wits University SRC had launched the Kobo Ya Thuto Fund, aiming to raise R30 million to assist students struggling with tuition and registration fees.
The DA has always claimed to have been governing well wherever they governed. But citizens on social media called out the DA for being deceitful.
Authorities arrest a 21-year-old Joburg man for allegedly selling matric results before their official release, raising concerns about security breaches in the education system.
The two victims had been swept about 100 meters offshore and were in difficulty in the surf zone, caught up in rip currents.
Top Rondebosch Boys' High achiever Muhammad Patel has secured an outstanding nine distinctions with a 95. 33% including advanced Mathematics and English.
Celebration as award-winning musician Naledi Aphiwe, alongside Khanyi Mbau's daughter and Julius Malema's son, proudly mark their matric success in 2024.
Former UCT Vice-Chancellor Mamokgethi Phakeng praises the 2024 matric results but raises concerns over the persistent divide in South Africa's education system, highlighting the need for reform.
Shai Pitout, a learner from Little Flower School (LFS) in the quaint town of Ixopo is among the best matric achievers in KZN.
Mushavi Ratanang Malema, the son of Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) president Julius Malema, has made his father proud for passing his matric with outstanding marks that earned him a bachelor’s degree pass.
The premier for KZN said the objective for 2024 is to improve from 86% to 90%, and to move in the direction of the ultimate long-term goal, which is to achieve 100%.
Limpopo province, which was previously considered as South Africa’s poorest performing provinces, has struggled to rise from the bottom in the National Senior Certificate (NSC) results, announced by Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube.
The Province of KwaZulu-Natal celebrates a 3. 1% improvement in its 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) pass rate, reaching 89. 5%, with all districts showing progress and significant strides in gender equity.
According to the Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube, these challenges contributed to the learners' ability to compete at higher grades because learners progressed without mastering foundational skills in subjects like maths and sciences.
Ruth Kesene earned a national ranking in the top 5% in six or more subjects.
President Cyril Ramaphosa urged the government and their partners in civil society to work together to create various opportunities so that learners such as the Class of 2024 can succeed.
The matric Class of 2024 celebrates a historic 87. 3% pass rate, with leaders from various political parties offering congratulations while calling for urgent reforms to address systemic issues in South Africa’s education system.
Umalusi has approved the release of the November 2024 NSC results, confirming they meet all required standards. Results will be out later today. Chairperson Yunus Ballim assured the exams' integrity and encouraged all learners to continue striving for success.
In her address, Minister Gwarube stressed the importance of quality education in addressing the country’s ongoing inequalities, emphasising the hope for the country’s future.
Maselesele Lalamani, a Matric Class of 2024 top achiever from Limpopo, said her difficult home situation where her unemployed mother sells snacks at her school to make ends meet, motivated her to study hard in the hope of changing her family’s situation.
As we celebrate the release of matric results, I urge all South Africans to remember the stress this event places on our children and our collective responsibility to support them.