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Calls to change schools in South Africa | SA News

Luke Fraser
 ·27 Apr 2026

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Millions of young South Africans have matriculated from the school system, but many lack the necessary skills to enter the job market.

While South Africa’s matric pass rate reached a new record of 88% in 2025, South African students have continued to struggle in previous years.

This is due to limited space at universities and limited job opportunities. South Africa’s unemployment data shows that nearly half of young South Africans are unemployed.

Stats SA’s Q4 2025…

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