Latest articles on Matric Exam

Matric pass rate hides failures

Article Bongekile Macupe - 10 Jan 2020

Performance in critical subjects is declining and the number of passes at 30% is a sign of the shortage

Learner excels after long journey

Article Bongekile Macupe - 10 Jan 2020

Sibabalwe Mkungwana did not attend school until age 10. Now she’s a top matric achiever

Data-driven education SA’s success story

Article Elijah Mhlanga - 25 Jan 2019

Its use ensures timeous targeted interventions to assist decision-makers, teachers and pupils

Reimagining sites of basic education

Article Staff Reporter - 25 Jan 2019

Knowledge gaps can be plugged without always changing compulsory subjects for matric pupils

No matter what, a matric remains within reach

Article Jackie Carroll - 11 Jan 2019

Even if you have failed, don’t lose hope. You can take steps to improve your situation

Deaf pupils cheer sign of the times

Article Bongekile Macupe - 23 Feb 2018

Now that children can take sign language in matric, it will be easier to obtain a bachelor’s pass

Mystery of the WhatsApped matric maths exam

Article Staff Reporter - 4 Nov 2016

Limpopo’s matrics signed a pledge last month, undertaking to avoid cheating and dishonesty in the exams.

2013 matric examination results ready for release

Article Sapa - 4 Jan 2014

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga will on Monday morning release the matric exam results.

Umalusi defends matric mark adjustments

Article Staff Reporter - 9 Jan 2012

Umalusi says none of the marks for the 11 adjusted matric subjects were changed by more than 5% and is part of a standardisation process.

Motshekga: We need the public’s help

Article Thabo Mohlala - 30 Aug 2010

With no end in sight to the crippling teacher strike, Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has appealed to the public to assist matric learners.

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des erasmus - 28 Oct 2020

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Sarah Smit - 27 Oct 2020

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special reports - 27 Oct 2020

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

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Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

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special reports - 20 Oct 2020

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special reports - 20 Oct 2020

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special reports - 19 Oct 2020

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special reports - 16 Oct 2020

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