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Matric Exams Paused for Local Government Elections 2026

October 31, 2026 by Peter cech

Matric Exams Put on Hold as South Africa Prepares for Local Government Elections South African matric learners will receive a short break from their National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations as the country prepares for the upcoming 2026 Local Government Elections. The examination timetable has been adjusted to accommodate the elections scheduled for Wednesday, 4 November … Read more

11 Joburg Libraries Opens. Weekend Exam Hours: Powerful Boost for Libraries

October 30, 2026 by Phuthus adam

Joburg Opens 11 Libraries on Weekends to Help Learners Prepare for Final Exams Joburg libraries weekend exam hours give learners a powerful opportunity to access extra study spaces at 11 public libraries during the 2026 exams. Learners and students preparing for their final examinations in Johannesburg have been given additional places to study after the … Read more