2025 Matric Results | Challenges in uptake of maths & other STEM subjects: Dr Mamokgethi Phakeng

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Published Jan 13, 2026

While the Department of Basic Education is celebrating the record-breaking 88% matric pass rate for the class of 2025, Minister Siviwe Gwarube says the country is still failing to produce enough learners with strong maths skills. Only 34% of the 927 000 candidates took the subject last year, down from 38% in 2024.

She is also concerned with the pass rate which stood at 64%.To examine why the uptake of maths and other STEM subjects remains a challenge in public schools, we are joined by seasoned academic and Former UCT Vice Chancellor, Dr Mamokgethi Phakeng.

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