By Amy Musgrave
The country continues to celebrate the results of the 2024 matric cohort, with congratulations pouring in from all sectors of society.
The government said on Tuesday that the results marked a significant milestone in the history of the country’s education system, coinciding with 30 years of democracy.
“In 1994, many learners faced various odds, with limited access to quality resources, school infrastructure, teaching and appropriate education curriculum. Today, the Class of 2024 benefits from an education system that is more inclusive, better resourced, access to warm meals, no-fee schools and a world renown curriculum,” said acting government spokesperson Nomonde Mnukwa.
With a pass rate of 87.3, the matriculants exceeded the 82.9% achieved the year before.
She said the government has worked hard to create an enabling learning environment, which included the eradication of mud schools, pit latrine toilets and the provision of good quality classrooms. The Basic
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