In a powerful display of community support, the Okhahlamba Local Municipality Youth Office organised a special prayer session today for matriculants on the brink of their life-changing final examinations. This event, held just 19 days before the commencement of the crucial matric finals on 21 October, underscores the profound significance these exams hold for the future of our young scholars.

The gathering brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including religious leaders, local government officials, educators, and the matriculants themselves. Pastor Maphalala and Bishop Gabela led the prayers, infusing the session with spiritual guidance and encouragement. His Worship, the Mayor, Cllr. V.R Mlotshwa, Deputy Mayor, Cllr. N.E. Tshabalala, and Speaker, Cllr. S.Z Khumalo highlighted the community’s united front in supporting these young minds during this critical juncture in their academic journey.

The matric final examinations represent a watershed moment in the lives of these students, serving as a gateway to their future aspirations and careers. Recognising the weight of this occasion, principals and teachers from various schools across the municipality attended the event, some offering words of motivation and support to the nervous yet determined matriculants.

As these young learners stand on the precipice of this monumental challenge, the Okhahlamba Local Municipality extends its heartfelt wishes for success to all matriculants. We acknowledge the hard work, dedication, and resilience that have brought them to this point, and we have full confidence in their ability to excel.

To our dear matriculants: As you enter the examination halls, know that your community stands behind you, cheering you on. May you approach these finals with confidence, clarity of mind, and the determination to showcase your best efforts. Remember, these exams are not just a test of knowledge, but an opportunity to open doors to your dreams.

We wish you strength, focus, and brilliance throughout this exam season. Your success is our success, and we eagerly await the bright futures that await you beyond these final papers. Good luck, and may you emerge victorious in this significant milestone of your educational journey!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Today the municipality in partnership with Drakensberg Extravaganza and Heritage Experience, the Durban University of Technology and the KZN Department of Education hosted its annual Matric Awards Ceremony.

The Bergville Circuit Office surpassed its target of reaching an 80% pass rate and achieved an 88.7% pass rate in the 2022 matriculation exams, surpassing Ladysmith and Estcourt to lead the district. A total of four schools within Okhahlamba received a 100% pass rate.

Four subjects proved to have challenges. These include Technical Sciences, Accounting, Computer Applications Technology, and Mathematics.

Overall, a large number of schools within the Bergville circuit achieved a pass rate of between 90% – 99%.
Congratulations to all the stakeholders involved in ensuring that education is prioritised within Okhahlamba. A special congratulations to the class of 2022 for the outstanding achievement!