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2024 Matric results Announced for Inmates

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A total of 211 inmates sitting for their NSC exams, with a pass rate of 85% (Picture Credits: News Live SA)

The Department of Correctional Services announced the 2024 NSC results for incarcerated learners earlier today. The results boasted a total of 211 inmates sitting for their NSC exams, with a pass rate of 85%, which was unfortunately a drop compared to last years pass rate of 93.2%.

A total of 45% of inmates attained a Bachelor’s pass, with 28% earning a Diploma level pass. Two correctional facillities managed to achieve a 100% pass rate; the Usethumbeni Youth Centre in Kwa-Zulu Natal, and the Emthonjeni Correctional Centre in the Gauteng province.

Inmates attained commendable results in the following areas: Mathematics, with a 70% pass rate, Physical Science with a 75% pass rate, and Life Science with an 80% pass rate.

The National Commissioner also stressed the department’s commitment to giving inmates chances to learn. They believe that education helps make communities safer and reduces the chances of inmates reoffending.

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