‘Stop lowering expectations’ – Maimane urges 50% pass mark reform

Build One South Africa (Bosa) leader Mmusi Maimane has urged the Department of Basic Education to raise the country’s average pass mark from 30% to 50%.  Maimane believes this will better prepare learners for university and the job market. Maimane criticised the celebration of an 87% matric pass rate, saying it was misleading as many learners cannot pursue further studies. … Continue reading ‘Stop lowering expectations’ – Maimane urges 50% pass mark reform