Gauteng MEC monitors matric exams at Inqayizivele Secondary School
Inqayizivele Secondary School welcomed MEC Matome Chiloane, who inspected NSC exam processes and encouraged learners to stay focused and ethical.
Gauteng MEC for Basic Education, Matome Chiloane, visited Inqayizivele Secondary School on November 13 to monitor the writing of the English Paper 2 examination and to engage with Grade 12 learners.
The oversight visit forms part of the department’s ongoing efforts to ensure that the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations proceed smoothly and in line with examination regulations.
Chiloane was welcomed by the school principal, who accompanied him on a tour of the school and to several matric classrooms.
There, the MEC interacted with learners and emphasised the importance of maintaining integrity during examinations and remaining committed to their studies.
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“When I visit schools in Gauteng, I prefer to do it randomly. Yes, I announced my visit to Thembisa, but normally I just appear,” he said.
“What I have seen so far is commitment and ethical conduct from both the school and those involved in the exams.”
He added that he reminded learners about the code of conduct in the examination room, including what is permitted and prohibited.
“We also teach them about the consequences of cheating. They could lose years of schooling, and it becomes a permanent mark on their record. It is necessary that they are aware of this.
“We are proud to note that in Gauteng, with over 200 000 Grade 12 learners, such cases are very rare. We conduct 100% monitoring of schools and classrooms, ensuring learners write in a well-supervised environment.”
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Principal Magotobe Maebele said the year had been challenging, but the school worked hard to ensure regular attendance, particularly among matrics.
“It has been a difficult year, but we tried very hard to ensure that everyone attends school, especially the Grade 12s. I am happy they got to see the MEC, they needed the motivation, and we feel honoured by the visit.
“Since the NSC exams started, we have not encountered any misbehaviour. Everyone reports on time, and cheating is not practised here.”
Chiloane’s continued visits to schools across the province demonstrate his commitment to supporting learners and maintaining the integrity of the examination process.
