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Vuleka SSB matrics conquer exams despite lack of resources

BORDEAUX – Vuleka SSB matrics achieve 94 per cent pass rate against all odds.


Vuleka SSB High School celebrated its Class of 2019 and a 94 per cent pass rate. Their top achiever was Nicholas Banda who also doubled as the school’s head boy.

Nicholas earned five distinctions in his final matric examinations. Executive head of Vuleka Schools, Sanele Majola was pleased with the efforts made by his learners, in a time where they were faced with challenges.

Nicholas Banda achieved five distinctions in his final matric exams. Photo: Supplied

Banda was said to have demonstrated persistent academic excellence throughout his school career. His achievements included full academic colours, the award of dux scholar for the Class of 2019 as well as being the top student in life sciences, geography, physical sciences, mathematics and advanced programme mathematics. Throughout his high school career, he also participated in arts and culture activities in the school. Banda has planned to study medicine after matric.

Lusani Gumula achieved three distinctions in her final matric exams. Photo: Supplied

“A big congratulations to our high school Vuleka SSB matrics for obtaining 94 per cent pass rate under trying times and not having adequate resources. As a school, we are proud of our students. The majority of these students get into our Vuleka system with absolutely nothing and walk out to different people. We are going to work harder this year and raise the bar,” were the sentiments of Majola.

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