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2019 Provincial Pledge Signing Ceremony

The Northern Cape Department of Education has always and will continue to ensure that we administer a National Senior Certificate Examinations free of any irregularities. We have always adhered to the norms and standards of the National Senior Certificate Examinations and this year is no different.

Grade 12 candidates from around the country undertook a pledge on Friday, 11 October 2019, committing themselves to a National Senior Certificate Examination free from any irregularity.

Pledge signing ceremonies were held across the Province, officiated by provincial and district officials. The Premier of the Northern Cape, Dr. Zamani Saul, accompanied by the Acting MEC for Education, Ms. Berenice Sinxeve led the Pledge Signing Ceremony at Veritas Secondary School in De Aar and also attended by Grade 12's from Monwabisi High School, Orion High School.

The Premier, Dr Zamani Saul, in his address highlighted the fact that the next two months are the most critical period for not only their schooling career but their entire lifes. This is due to the fact that their performance in the final examination will set the tone for the direction their lives will take. Dr Saul also cautioned them against relying only on best wishes and not putting in the hard work that would ultimately reap success.

The Premier compared the twelve years of schooling to the analogy of building a house, which starts with acquiring a plan, then a plot from which a foundation follows and eventually the house gets constructed. In doing so the Premier reminded learners that, “Reaching grade 12 means that you have put up a foundation. The next two months are the most critical in your life as you are busy laying a foundation of what will happen to you in your life”.

Dr Saul also made use of the opportunity to thank the parents and educators for the role that they have played in contributing to the schooling career of learners. “Give your parents and teachers a standing ovation for being the anchors of your journey “, said the Premier.

The Acting MEC for Education, Ms Berenice Sinxeve reminded the Grade 12 candidates they are laying the foundation for a modern, growing and successful Province starts with them. She cautioned them against any form of irregularity or dishonesty which might jeopardize their opportunity to obtain a matric certificate.

Please find attached the Speech of the Acting MEC Berenice Sinxeve as well as a photo of the Premier Saul signing the pledge. 

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