The final matric exam for the class of 2024 was written on Monday 25 November, bringing an end to the five-week exam period.
David Maynier, Western Cape MEC for Education, thanked the public for the support they have shown to the matrics in this period. “This support has helped us ensure all candidates had an opportunity to write their exams even in difficult circumstances.
With the exams completed a number of learners will attend formal matric rage events and smaller end-of-exams parties.
“It is understandable that our matrics would like to celebrate the end of their school career, but we urge them to do so responsibly and safely,” said Maynier.
The Western Cape Education Department urge all matrics attending these and other smaller events to:
• Familiarise themselves with the safety measures at the event itself, and the relevant local emergency phone numbers;
• Keep a close eye on their valuables at all times;
• Similarly, keep a close eye on their beverages at all times, and not leave them unattended;
• Report anything suspicious to the South African Police Service or event organisers immediately;
• Avoid drinking and driving; and
• Set up a buddy system for their own safety as well as keep in regular contact with their parents.
“We encourage parents to ensure that their children understand the risks involved in any event or party, and to ensure that they have made arrangements to stay in contact with their children and know what to do in an emergency.”
The national matric results announcement has been moved to Monday 13 January 2025 to accommodate the first day of school. Individual candidate results will be released at schools and on the WCED website from 10:00 on Tuesday 14 January 2025.
“We look forward to celebrating with all our matrics when the results are released next year.”
