Ahead of the official announcement of South Africa’s 2014 Matric results, it was being reported that the pass rate had dropped for the first time in years. We’re hoping that that doesn’t apply to the Western Cape, where we stay, and that all of you who are reading this are in fact promoted to higher studies or the jobs you want.

To view your 2014 National Senior Certificate (Matric) results, choose one of the following options:

• National – http://matric.ewn.co.za
• National – www.education.gov.za
• Western Cape double-check (from 3pm, Jan 6): http://wcedmis.pgwc.gov.za/wcedmis/webpub2.sup_dodge5.INDV_SIGNON?ft=p1hp

Well wishes to you all!