By OBAKENG MAJE
22 October 2025- The North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi said they had a smooth start of the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) final examinations in the province. Motsumi said more than 2760 registered National Senior Certificate (NSC) candidates for Computer Applications Technology (CAT) P1 (Practical) wrote well in 89 schools across the province.
She further said the paper was well monitored and all schools were covered. Motsumi added that there are no major challenges that were reported during the writing of the paper in all centres.
“We would like to convey our satisfaction with the smooth start of the examination process at these 89 schools. It is promising to mention that our learners are receiving the necessary support to excel in their examinations.
“We extend our best wishes for their continued success as they progress and we remain committed to ensuring that every learner is given a fair and equitable opportunity to attain their academic aspirations in these examinations,” she said.
Motsumi said on Wednesday, candidates sat for a three-hour Information Technology Paper 1 from 9am. She encouraged learners to thoroughly prepare in order to succeed in their exams.
“Prepare early by creating a study plan. Also, understand the format of the examination papers. Use active study techniques like practice tests and previous exam papers. Create summary notes and during the exams, manage your time, read all questions carefully and stay calm by taking deep breaths.
“Remember to prioritise your well-being by getting enough sleep. Eat nutritious food and drink water regularly. Take regular breaks when studying and organise your study space. Organise study groups, draw a study time-table and incorporate physical activity into your routine to help focus and manage stress,” said Motsumi.
Meanwhile, the Convenor of the MRM Provincial Committee, Pastor Lesiba Kgwele urged communities to allow learners the opportunity to write their final exams in a peaceful and conducive environment.
“We are appealing for suspension of disruptive protests or alternatively their planning must consider that disruption of schooling and the public transport system will adversely affect learners who are on the verge of achieving a qualification that will open opportunities for them.
“The sacrifices and extra effort that matriculants have had to put as part of preparing for the exams throughout the year, must be safeguarded so that they achieve their objective to pursue their dreams,” he said.
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