Sacred Heart College in Observatory, north-east of Johannesburg, has announced a 100% matric pass rate for its Class of 2025, with several pupils ranking in the top 1% nationally in Independent Examination Board subjects.

The Independent Examination Board has announced a 98.31% overall pass rate for the 2025 National Senior Certificate examinations.

Umalusi has confirmed it will stop issuing new N3 certificates, with 2025 marking the final year of certification under the programme.

The decision was announced during a media briefing on approval of the 2025 year-end examination results after an investigation into a leak involving mathematics, physical sciences and English home language exam papers.

Dr Naledi Pandor is to succeed Dr Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi as chancellor of Nelson Mandela University, whose term ends on March 31.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme said it has completed all funding decisions for the 2026 academic year before universities and colleges reopen.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has started announcing funding eligibility decisions for the 2026 academic year.

Wits University has introduced two new postgraduate degrees in cybersecurity as part of its plan to produce highly skilled professionals who can protect Africa’s digital systems.

Higher education minister Buti Manamela has approved the enrolment planning targets for public universities for the 2026-2030 academic cycle, setting the tone for a more stable and predictable higher education system.

The University of Fort Hare has confirmed its annual December shutdown dates and outlined leave arrangements for staff members.