Build One South Africa (BOSA) criticizes the official matric pass rate, arguing that the true rate is 51% based on the number of learners who started Grade 1 in 2013 and passed matric in 2024. This statement follows Mmusi Maimane's call to increase the required pass mark to 50%, igniting online discussions about the quality of South Africa's education system.
Party leader Mmusi Maimane also suggested that the required pass mark be increased to 50%The country is celebrating the achievements of the 2024 matriculants, but not everyone thinks there is a reason to celebrate. BOSA says pass rate lower than 51%“This is willingly misleading. The true matric pass rate is a much lower 51%, pointing to an education system that is jeopardising the future of our young people,” BOSA spokesperson Roger Solomons said.
BOSA’s reasoning is that 1.2 million learners began Grade 1 in 2013, but only 615,000 completed the schooling career and passed matric in 2024.BOSA’s statement comes on the back of Mmusi Maimaine’s criticism of the current pass mark. Maimane has been actively sharing his thoughts about the required pass of late, stating why the country could not be proud of it in its current form.
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