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Brilliant post from Dr Mmusi Maimane on LinkedIn

Posted by Janice Scheckter on 14 January 2026, 12:30 SAST
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We cannot call 30% a pass and pretend our education system is succeeding!

Behind the applause for the “pass rate” lies a system protecting mediocrity instead of preparing learners for real opportunity.
We need reform, not statistical cover-ups.
Raise standards. Pay teachers properly. Modernise the curriculum. Put parents and learners first.

Source: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7416415671560970241/

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