By Mzwandile Kathi,
City of Tshwane Media Relations Specialist
The Speaker of the City of Tshwane Council, Cllr Mncedi Ndzwanana visited Winterveldt High School and Nstako Secondary School on Wednesday, January 21.
The visit to these schools was aimed at recognising academic excellence, motivating learners, and encouraging strong performance at the start of the 2026 academic year.
The programme commenced at Winterveldt High School, where Cllr Ndzwanana congratulated the Class of 2025 for achieving an impressive 97% matric pass rate.
He attributed the success to the
collaborative efforts of both educators and learners.
“This achievement is a result of the hard work and commitment shown by teachers and learners working together,” said the Speaker.
Addressing the Class of 2026, he challenged learners to aim even higher.
“Let us strive for a 100% pass rate, because we have seen that it is possible.”
Cllr Ndzwanana further encouraged learners to remain focused and resilient, assuring them that the Office of the Speaker remains available to provide support as they work towards securing their futures.
Winterveldt High School has been adopted by the Speaker since 2021 and as part of this ongoing partnership, a computer laboratory was donated to the school to enhance access to digital learning resources.
The Speaker and his team then proceeded to Nstako Secondary School in Soshanguve, which achieved a 100% matric pass rate in 2025.
The Speaker commended the school for this outstanding performance and urged the Class of 2026 to maintain the high standards set by their predecessors.
“If you are able to respect yourself, you will be able to respect your classmates and your teachers, and most importantly, you will respect your studies,” said Cllr Ndzwanana while
addressing Grade 12 learners.
During the visit, the Speaker also engaged with the school principal on general matters affecting the institution, reaffirming the City’s commitment to supporting education and learner development across Tshwane.
The Back-to-School Programme forms part of the Speaker’s broader efforts to promote a culture of excellence, discipline, and achievement in public schools within the City of Tshwane.
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