POLOKWANE – Jabez Christian Academy recently hosted its annual academic, sport, cultural and spiritual merit awards 2025 at a local church, celebrating both primary and high school learners.

Learners were recognised in the presence of family, friends and teachers, with awards presented across various categories.

After performing exceptionally well throughout the year, top achievers received awards in Afrikaans, mathematics, English, computer studies, life orientation, character building, Bible studies, social sciences, economic and management sciences, business studies, accounting, natural sciences and technology, physical sciences, geography, technology, life sciences and computer applications technology.

Among the standout learners were Bokang Ntoane from the primary school, who achieved 90% in mathematics, and Thato Mhutani from the high school, who earned 92% in mathematics.

Awards were also presented in extracurricular categories such as swimming, dance, basketball, soccer, Bible studies, music, culture and drum majorettes.

A special recognition, the Through Thick and Thin Trophy, was awarded to Mahlatse Phooko for attending Jabez Christian Academy since Gr 1 and completing Gr 12 this year. The school’s Gr 11 prefects for next year were also announced during the ceremony.

Floating trophy achievers:

• Mahlatse Phooko – Joshua Trophy for leadership.
• Muhluri Dihashu – Caleb Trophy for diligence.
• Ronewa Makhani – Nehemiah Trophy for servanthood.
• Risima Mnisi – Gideon Trophy for light-bearer.