From Grade 1 to Matric: Over 700,000 Achieved the Academic Journey Out of 1.2 Million Registrants

• Minister Angie Motshekga revealed that 740,566 out of 1.2 million learners who started Grade 1 in 2012 successfully completed the Basic Education system, reaching matric in 2023
• Minister Motshekga mentioned that 24,847 individuals who reached matric opted not to enrol for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams, with reasons undisclosed
• Motshekga commended the Matric Class of 2023 for their resilience and determination

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga disclosed that out of the 1.2 million learners who registered for Grade 1 in 2012, 740,566 successfully progressed through the Basic Education system to matric in 2023.

During the matric results announcement ceremony at the MTN headquarters in Johannesburg on Thursday evening, Minister Motshekga noted that, for reasons undisclosed, 24,847 individuals who reached matric did not enrol for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams.

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Celebratory event for high-achieving learners

Amidst a celebratory event that recognised high-achieving learners, Motshekga praised the resilience and determination of the Matric Class of 2023.

Motshekga noted that this group faced the challenges of COVID-19 exposure during their 9th and 10th grades in 2020 and 2021, placing them at the epicentre of the pandemic.

"Their remarkable resilience and determination during those academically and emotionally challenging years reflect their strong will and earnest commitment to shaping a better future."

Acknowledging their unique circumstances, she emphasised that they are the generation that had to adapt to alternating class attendance due to social distancing measures."

Mzansi sends their well wishes

OprahsChild Modisakeng posted:

"Congratulations leaders. Thanks for making the country proud, keep shining."

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Nomonde Constance stated:

"Well done ❤️."

Moithumi Virginia noted:

"Congratulations to you guys."

Mmabanana Ke Bashaneana Mokhoanatsi expressed:

"Halala congratulations to you all guys even my daughter is amongst those who passed with a Bachelor's degree."

A university dropout returns to matric journey

In other news, Briefly News reported that a young woman did the unusual, she dropped out of university to return to school. In the video, she can be seen ironing her uniform and doing her hair in the early morning hours.

The young lady wanted to upgrade her mark and pursue her dreams.

Source: Briefly News