High-risk exam centres placed under permanent external invigilators ahead of NSC exams

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

57% : ALSO READ: Education and digital technologies departments warn of growing digital divide Registration verification and candidate data All candidate data has been uploaded, verified by schools, and audited by district education departments.
53% : "This year we have 6 376 public schools and 579 independent schools that will serve as official examination centers," Gwarube stated.
50% : Contingency planning for disruptions Each province has developed contingency plans to address potential disruptions, including load shedding, severe weather, and protest action.
48% : Irregularities and preventative measures Irregularities remain a significant concern.
43% : High-risk centres receive permanent external invigilators to maintain oversight throughout the examination period, preventing irregularities that have plagued previous years.
38% : The Department of Basic Education has implemented strict oversight measures at examination centres deemed high-risk as the 2025 National Senior Certificate examinations begin with over 900 000 candidates.

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