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In Conversation With Veronica Mohapeloa (Dept of Science, Technology and Innovation)

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Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Dr Nomalungelo Gina has reaffirmed government’s commitment to strengthening mathematics and science education in rural South Africa during a back-to-school visit to KwaNxusa High School in Melmoth, northern KwaZulu-Natal.
Despite facing infrastructure challenges, including inadequate ablution facilities and limited sporting resources, KwaNxusa High School has consistently delivered strong academic results. The school achieved a 96% matric pass rate in 2025, with over half of learners attaining bachelor’s passes.
3 Feb English South Africa Entertainment News · Music Interviews

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