Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube, Abigail Kok, a learner from York High School in the Western Cape, emerged as the Top National Achiever in the 2025 National Senior Certificate examinations, deputy minister of Basic Education Dr Makgabo Reginah Mhaule. Trying not to procrastinate and maintaining balance is what worked for National Top Achiever of the Class of 2025, Abigail Kok, from York High School in George, Western Cape. Kok was named the top candidate of the Class of 2025 and the top candidate in Physical Sciences by Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube on Monday night in Johannesburg.
Gwarube announced the matric results in Randburg, Johannesburg, revealing that the Class of 2025 achieved a record-breaking national pass rate of 88%, up from 87.26% in 2024. Speaking to IOL News on the sidelines of the announcement, Kok said she was still in disbelief at being named a top achiever among more than 40 high performers. “It feels completely surreal to stand here today.
It’s a bit of a dream come true, and I’ve only got gratitude,” she said, smiling. She described her journey as “amazing”, crediting a strong support system.
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