BONUS- RUSTENBURG - Cabinet has wished the Class of 2025 well as they prepare for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations, which commence on Tuesday, 21 October 2025. Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, said government acknowledges the dedication of teachers, parents and guardians, whose continued support provides learners with the confidence to excel.
“Cabinet calls on parents and guardians to remain actively involved by motivating and encouraging learners, while also ensuring that they have a supportive and conducive environment for study and preparation at home,” said the Minister at a media briefing on Thursday.
Quality assurance body, Umalusi, expressed full confidence that the country’s examination system is ready for the conduct, administration and management of the 2025 end of year national examinations.
According to Umalusi’s audit report, a total of over one million candidates are registered to sit for various national examinations this year, including more than 900 000 learners writing the National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams under the Department of Basic Education (DBE).
