Matric candidates kick off the 2026 final exams nationwide
Matric exams will begin with Computer Applications Technology and various language subjects.
The 2026 matric exams commenced on Tuesday morning, with over 815,000 full-time candidates expected to sit for their final assessments. The examinations kicked off with the Computer Applications Technology practical paper, while learners taking various language subjects began their first examinations. Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube assured the public that the department was well-prepared for the exams, with finalized question papers, schools assessed for readiness, and learners supported through academic programs throughout the year.
Gwarube explained that 815,051 full-time candidates had registered for the October-November 2026 exams, a 48,508 increase from the previous year. Additionally, 147,781 part-time candidates were registered, including those aiming to improve their previous results, marking an increase of over 10,000. In the Free State, Education MEC Mamiki Maboya will oversee the exam commencement at Brebner Secondary School in Bloemfontein, ensuring compliance with examination procedures, invigilation, and security of question papers.
The province is expected to have more than 4000 examination centers serving over 48,000 candidates writing their matric exams.
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