A total of 173 inmates will sit for the 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams.
In a statement, the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) said it was pleased with the level of preparedness, as inmates have completed the academic syllabus on time and have undergone various assessments throughout the year.
Exams are set to run from 21 October to 27 November 2024.
‘’Educators from the department's 18 schools remain
optimistic, having made significant efforts to ensure that all candidates are
thoroughly prepared. Additionally, the Department
ensured that all required textbooks and stationery were delivered to schools in
a timely manner,’’ said the department.
Correctional Services National Commissioner Makgothi Samuel
Thobakgale has praised the educators for their dedication and hard work in
preparing the inmates for this important milestone.
“Education not only empowers offenders with knowledge but
also offers them a path to a new life. It remains our commitment to provide
growth and development opportunities for every inmate, as we believe in the
power of education to transform lives,” he said.
In 2023, DCS schools achieved an impressive 93% overall
pass rate, with nine schools attaining a 100% pass rate.
The department attributed the results to the conducive
learning environment it fosters within correctional centres, as well as its
commitment to providing offenders with education and skills that will help them
reintegrate into society after their release.
‘’The department is proud to maintain an incident-free
record for NSC examinations, reflecting the professionalism and dedication of
the officials, as well as the strict adherence to exam protocols set by the
Department of Basic Education. We encourage all matriculants in our schools to
seize this opportunity as part of their personal development journey,”
Thobakgale concluded.
Done By: Mitchum George
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