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The protea spirit: how South Africa’s matric Class of 2024 thrived amidst challenges
The inspiring journey of the Class of 2024 as they navigate the hurdles of the Covid-19 pandemic and other adversities to achieve academic success.
South Africa’s Matric Class of 2024 achieves record 87. 3% pass rate
South Africa’s matric class of 2024 has achieved a record-breaking 87. 3% pass rate, marking a significant improvement from the previous year. Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube highlights the factors contributing to this success and outlines future educational priorities.
‘Biggest loser will be newspapers’: Information Regulator sticks to its guns on banning publication of matric results
The Information Regulator said results are obtainable at schools, and secondly there is an SMS facility that is available for the learners to obtain their results.
Four people dead as storms wreak havoc in Mpumalanga, damage 30 schools and threaten writing of matric examinations
Spokesperson for the Department of Basic Education, Elijah Mhlanga said more than 40 other people were injured following the extensive storms on Sunday evening.
Signing of Bela Bill welcomed despite moans
The SA National Democratic Teachers’ Union (Sadtu) and National Professional Teachers’ Organisation of South Africa (Naptosa) welcomed the signing of the Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) Bill into law.
‘We will place all your kids in schools’: Gauteng Education MEC extends 2025 applications deadline
MEC Matome Chiloane warned that applicants who uploaded or submitted fraudulent or invalid documents will forfeit the opportunity to receive placement offers for their kids.