It’s all systems go for the 2021 matric exams, which are scheduled to start tomorrow.
Matrics will be writing their first theoretical paper, which will be the language papers.
The Department of Basic Education confirmed in a statement: “Umalusi has confirmed that the national examination is ready to administer the 2021 NSC examinations.”
The National Senior Certificate exams will conclude December 7.
This year’s matrics have had to face tumultuous challenges. Academic learning time was severely disrupted by school closures brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Premier Alan Winde wished the Western Cape’s Class of 2021 the best of luck.
“I am so incredibly proud of each and every Matric learner across the province. The Covid-19 pandemic has added so many additional hurdles in the way of this class, but they have overcome them to get this far.
“This is a remarkable class and I salute you.”
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) said 73 966 candidates would write the 2021 November National Senior Certificate exams in the province.
According to the department, this is an increase from the 54 741 fulltime and 10 588 part-time candidates who wrote last year in November.
Exams will be written at 486 examination centres, with 1 887 invigilators appointed to oversee the writing.
Western Cape Education MEC Debbie Schafer said: “3 367 markers will mark 890 000 exam scripts.
“Marking will take place between 9 and 22 December.”
Results are expected to be released in January.