Exam Breach Sparks Probe Into 2025 Matric Marking

The Department of Basic Education has confirmed a breach in the 2025 matric exams after internal monitoring systems flagged irregularities during the marking process. Officials say the issue was detected early and an urgent investigation is under way.

Minister Siviwe Gwarube will brief the media on the severity of the breach, while Umalusi is assessing whether the integrity of the final results has been affected.