South Africa's 2024 matric class sets a record pass rate of 87.3%, amid education quality concerns.

South Africa's 2024 matric class achieved a record 87.3% pass rate, up from 82.9% in 2023. President Cyril Ramaphosa praised the results, though critics noted high dropout rates and concerns over the quality of education. The pass rate for mathematics improved to 69.1%, while physical science saw a slight decline to 75.6%. There were also fewer students enrolling in mathematics and physical science. Despite the achievements, some opposition parties and unions argue that the results do not fully reflect the state of the education system.

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