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Manamela optimistic about 2026 academic year

Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, says he is confident the 2026 academic year will be more stable, with ongoing monitoring to ensure the smooth functioning of institutions. He also acknowledged that challenges remain and said the department is working to close gaps and provide additional support to students to improve their overall learning experience. Crackdown on illegal private institutions Manamela further also confirmed that the department is […]

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Education experts divided over BOSA’s bid to raise matric pass mark

  The National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa (NAPTOSA) has expressed its satisfaction with Parliament's decision to reject the motion to raise the matric pass mark from 30% to 50%. The union considers the proposal "emotional" rather than practical, arguing that the 30% pass mark enables learners who may not be academically inclined to still obtain a matric certificate. Yesterday, MPs voted against BOSA’s motion, which called for a […]

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