PREMIER LETSOHA-MATHAE MONITORS THE START OF MATRIC FINAL EXAMS IN THE PROVINCE

Photo: Free State Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae

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By: Neo Ntsele

The Premier of the Free State, MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae, led the Executive Council oversight visit at various examination centres across the province on Monday 21, to monitor the start of the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations.

The Premier was accompanied by senior Free State Department of Education provincial and district officials.

Approximately 37461 full-time and 8118 part-time candidates will sit for the all-important exams at 396 examination centres across the province.

Premier Letsoha-Mathae urged learners to perform at their best, demonstrating the province's commitment to education.

"As we embark on this critical phase of our learners' academic journey, I want to assure

them that we are committed to providing the necessary support to ensure their success. I urge all matriculants to stay focused, determined, and motivated," said Letsoha-Mathae.

The Free State provincial government remains committed and dedicated to providing quality education, prioritizing initiatives that improve education infrastructure, enhance teacher training and development, and increase access to educational resources.

“Bridging the gaps of access to quality education, especially to disadvantaged learners promotes equal opportunities”, said Premier Letsoha-Mathae.

She added, “The province must at all times, play a key role in nurturing the minds of future generations, empowering them to succeed”.