NSC 2025 RESULTS ANNOUNCED | Minister Siviwe Gwarube Unveils Historic 88% Pass Rate

Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube delivers the official announcement of the 2025 National Senior Certificate results, revealing a record-breaking 88% national matric pass rate, the highest in South Africa’s history. In her address titled “A New Course for Basic Education: Root-Deep Reform, Learning First”, the Minister outlines key reforms focused on early learning, reading for meaning, gateway subjects like Mathematics and Physical Science, and strengthening equity across provinces. The briefing confirms: • Over 656,000 learners passed matric • KwaZulu-Natal emerged as the top performing province • All 75 education districts achieved pass rates above 80% • Strong growth in Bachelor passes from no-fee schools • Renewed focus on foundational learning and early childhood education This announcement marks a pivotal moment for South Africa’s education system under the Government of National Unity, setting a new direction for quality, stability, and long-term reform. 📌 Watch the full address and provincial breakdown now. Join MDNtv Membership to get access to perks:    / @mdntvlive   ✨ Visit here to stay informed with breaking news and in-depth coverage on MDNtv, your source for local and global stories: http://www.mdntvlive.com/ 🌍 Support MDNtv on GlobalGiving: 🏫 Build the MDNtv Academy of Truth & Empowerment: https://goto.gg/72640 🕊️ Help MDNtv Fight for GBV Survivors’ Justice: https://goto.gg/72638 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬.    / @mdntvlive   ✅ Important Link to Follow 🔗Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @mdntvlive   🔗 Stay Connected With Us. Facebook:   / mdntvlive   Instagram:   / mdntv.live   Twitter (X):   / mdnnewss   Website: http://www.mdntvlive.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: [email protected] ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️    • Bheki Cele Accuses Diamond Dealer Louis Li...   ▶️    • Bheki Cele: ‘Cat’ Matlala Said He Was Bein...   ▶️    • Mdumiseni Ntuli Grills His Comrade Senzo M...   ▶️    • Senzo Mchunu: SAPS Has Capacity to Improve...   ▶️    • Malema Presses Mchunu on Kidnapped Pretori...   ▶️    • Ian Cameron Exposes Mchunu’s Contradiction...   ▶️    • Nomvalo and Malema Clash in Parliament   ▶️    • Senzo Mchunu: “My office didn’t classify t...   ▶️    • Julius Malema Grills Minister Senzo Mchunu...   ▶️    • Julius Malema: “Senzo Mchunu had no power ...   ================================= ✅ About MDNtv. Welcome to MDNtv, South Africa’s award-winning independent news channel. We’re committed to delivering breaking news, in-depth investigations, and fearless journalism that brings you the stories that truly matter. From high-profile courtroom coverage to investigative exposés and fact-checked reports, we are dedicated to telling the truth, no matter the cost. Our coverage spans politics, business, social justice, and community issues across Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and beyond. We don’t just report the news - we hold power to account, amplify the voices of the unheard, and train the next generation of journalists to continue the work of truth and integrity. For Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: [email protected] 🔔 Hit subscribe for comprehensive coverage, in-depth investigations, and fearless reporting on the most important stories shaping South Africa and beyond.    / @mdntvlive   ================================= #NSC2025 #MatricResults #SiviweGwarube #BasicEducation #SouthAfrica #EducationReform #mdntv NSC 2025 RESULTS ANNOUNCED | Minister Siviwe Gwarube Unveils Historic 88% Pass Rate

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