Gauteng matric results show significant improvement
Gauteng celebrates a 3% increase in its matric pass rate for 2024, with over 117 000 learners achieving success. Premier Lesufi and MEC Chiloane highlight bold reforms driving these record-breaking results.
Gauteng has achieved a remarkable 88.41% pass rate in the 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations, marking a 3% improvement from the previous year.
According to Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane, this achievement is a testament to the hard work and resilience of the Class of 2024.
“We are thrilled to announce that Gauteng has once again achieved an impressive pass rate, with 117 762 learners passing the NSC examinations,” said MEC Chiloane.
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“This achievement is a result of our collective efforts to improve the quality of education in our province.”
The results also show significant improvements in various subjects, including mathematics, physical sciences, and life sciences.
The pass rate for mathematics increased to 72.7%, while physical sciences and life sciences achieved pass rates of 79% and 83.5%, respectively.
Chiloane attributed the improvements to the department’s targeted interventions, including the Secondary School Improvement Programme (SSIP), which provides additional support to learners in priority schools.
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“Our strategies are focused on supporting learners in achieving literacy and numeracy basics, and providing scaffolding for low-skill teachers,” he explained.
The results also highlight the progress made in closing the gap between schools serving poor communities and those with a stronger middle-class component. No-fee township schools achieved a pass rate of 85.3%, compared to 82.3% in the previous year.
While acknowledging the achievements, Chiloane emphasised the need for continued improvement.
“We will undertake a detailed school-by-school analysis to identify areas of concern and provide targeted support to underperforming schools,” he said.
The department has also announced plans to provide a Second Chance Programme in 2025 to assist learners who failed to complete the NSC requirements.
“We are committed to ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to succeed and reach their full potential,” Chiloane concluded.
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Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi stressed the province’s commitment to transforming the education system to meet the demands of a changing world.
“We took bold steps to modernise our schools and align education with the economy’s needs.
“From introducing specialised schools to ensuring learners have access to digital tools, we are building a future where every child, regardless of background, can thrive.
“This is not just about education; it’s about creating opportunities and ensuring no learner is left behind. Gauteng is leading the charge in building a non-racial, inclusive, and forward-thinking education system,” said Lesufi.
