POLOKWANE – The Department of Education says they are disappointed that the Mathematics Paper 2 for Gr 12 learners has leaked.
“Initial indications are that the paper became available in the early parts of Monday morning, hours before the paper could be written. The origins of the leak are not clear as yet but the matric candidates who had access to the question paper appear to be located in the Limpopo and Gauteng provinces,” a statement by Elijah Mhlanga (Head of Communications), read.
The content of the paper was verified by the department and they found it to be the same as the one which was written at 09:00 this morning.
We are very disappointed that the Mathematics Paper II has leaked. We are still investigating the origins of the leak and want to assure the public that the perpetrators of this act will dealt with harshly @DBE_SA @ElijahMhlanga @GovernmentZA @NationalCoGTA @GCISMedia #MathsLeak pic.twitter.com/UVlT0BirY6
— Dr Reginah Mhaule (@ReginahMhaule) November 16, 2020
“The department is investigating the matter to establish the extent of the leak and a report will be submitted shortly. The department will enlist the support of law enforcement agencies to assist with the investigations,” it continues.
Mhlanga said the department will do thorough investigations to identify the learners who may have had access to the paper.
“An appeal is made to all candidates to remain focussed on the examination papers that are still to be written and be assured that the culprits will be dealt with harshly. Anybody with information in this regard must contact the department and your anonymity will be guaranteed,” the statement concludes.
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