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3 November 2008

Eastern Cape Grade 12 learners will start their final examinations in a positive and spirited mindset with the government behind them. Premier Mbulelo Sogoni and his entire cabinet took time out of office to visit the matric candidates. Learners from Hector Peterson, Xolani, and ZK Matthews High Schools assembled at Bhisho High school to listen to the Premier delivering his special message to them.

In his message the premier expressed his confidence in the 2008 grade 12 learners, saying they will do well. These learners are the first class to write the examinations in the new curriculum. Premier Sogoni said "We are here because we love you and sure that all efforts government, teachers and parents have put together towards your achievement will indeed yield better results." He stated that these youths represent hope not only for the Eastern Cape, but the rest of the country.

Premier Sogoni commended the teachers for the hard work they've done in the implementation of the new curriculum. "Although we as government might not have given you adequate support, you have done your best."

Grade 12 learner from Bhisho High School Azakhiwe Teto said "I feel honoured by the Premier and his cabinet's positive gesture. I am convinced that all matric candidates in the Eastern Cape will do well because of the extra mile we've gone in preparing for these examinations."

"We have been attending Saturday classes, spring and winter schools, I know we are ready," she concluded.

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Issued by: Eastern Cape Provincial Government
3 November 2008
Source: Eastern Cape Provincial Government (http://www.ecpg.gov.za)