Why we must raise the bar for our matric students
The pathetically low pass requirement for matric might save face for the government, but it cripples both the economy and SA’s youth
16 January 2022 - 00:00
On Thursday, basic education minister Angie Motshekga will for the 13th consecutive year formally announce the national matric results...
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