Matric success story: How Dimpho Nokwane's support system led to academic achievement

Behind Dimpho Nokwane’s matric success stands a strong circle of support, sisters who constantly reminded her of her goals, parents who carried the emotional and financial weight of her academic journey, and a family presence that helped her push through stress, avoid burnout, and find renewed strength as the year came to an end.

Describing her matric year as diverse, Dimpho said one of the most rewarding aspects of the year was learning how to prioritise her success by committing to revision classes during the examination period. 

“Those classes strengthened my understanding of challenging topics and gave me the confidence I needed,” she said.

The 17-year-old from Lefhureng Secondary School said her biggest highlight was being selected for the district Highflyers camp, an experience she described as reaffirming. 

“It pushed me to truly prioritise my goals and believe in myself. It was a key moment that helped steer me in the right direction,” she said.

Dimpho added that her results play an important role in shaping her future career. 

“God willing, I aspire to study a commercial degree. Once I receive my results, I will have a clearer idea of which path to take,” she said.

While she considers herself a strong accounting student, Dimpho acknowledged that Mathematics Literacy is often discouraged within accounting-related degrees, making the final results particularly significant for her. She said strong results would be crucial in ensuring she is able to pursue the degree of her choice.

Reflecting on the year, Dimpho said matric taught her the importance of having a strong support system during difficult times. 

“My sisters constantly reminded me of my goals and supported me with advice, while my parents carried the burden of supporting me both financially and emotionally throughout the year. I am incredibly grateful to have such a strong support system,” she added.

Her advice to the class of 2026 is simple but powerful: build a reliable support system. “When things get difficult and you feel fatigued, who you have around you matters. It will shape your entire matric experience, so choose wisely,” she said.

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