The National Senior Certificate (NSC) matric results for 2024 have been announced, and the country celebrates an impressive overall pass rate of 87.3%. This represents a significant improvement compared to the 2023 results, highlighting the ongoing dedication of educators and students alike to academic excellence.
Overall Performance by Province
The 2024 matric pass rates per province showcase an improvement across all regions. The Free State leads the nation with an exceptional pass rate of 91%, followed closely by KwaZulu-Natal at 89.5% and Gauteng at 88.4%. Other provinces also performed well, with all pass rates exceeding 84%. Below is a breakdown of provincial pass rates:
- Free State: 91%
- KwaZulu-Natal: 89.5%
- Gauteng: 88.4%
- North West: 87.5%
- Western Cape: 86.6%
- Eastern Cape: 84.98%
- Northern Cape: 84.2%
- Limpopo: 85.1%
- Mpumalanga: 85%
Top Performing Districts
Among all districts, Johannesburg West in Gauteng leads the pack with an outstanding pass rate of 97%, setting a benchmark for excellence. The Free State’s Fezile Dabi follows with 93.5%, and KwaZulu-Natal’s Umkhanyakude district comes in third at 92.8%.
Notably, 73 out of 75 districts across South Africa achieved pass rates above 80%, underscoring the widespread improvements in education nationwide.
Year-on-Year Comparison: 2023 vs 2024
The matric pass rate in 2023 stood at 82.9%, which marked an improvement from the 80.1% recorded in 2022. With the 2024 pass rate of 87.3%, the country continues to demonstrate upward momentum in educational outcomes. Free State remains the consistent leader, while other provinces have also shown significant growth in pass rates.
National Achievement Highlight
The success of the matric class of 2024 is a milestone worth celebrating. The increased pass rate reflects the resilience and commitment of South African students and their educators. These results are expected to boost university and bursary applications, as more learners meet the entry requirements for higher education institutions.
Key Takeaways
Students who have successfully passed their matric can now begin their journey into higher education. Platforms like UniApplyForMe are here to support you with university applications, APS calculators, and information on bursaries and funding.
