Hard work, determination and discipline were the pillars of success that brought smiles to thousands of Eastern Cape matriculants who smiled, cheered and even cried when they saw their results on Friday. There were mixed emotions at schools across the metro from the group who helped the province become one of the most improved with a 77.
On Thursday, Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga feted 30 top matric achievers and their parents at a congratulatory breakfast at MTN offices in Fairland, Johannesburg.