Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga confirmed that KwaZulu-Natal, the Free State, Eastern Cape, Gauteng, and Limpopo all have confirmed cases of Covid-19.

Motshekga said health and hygiene protocols were followed in the handling of all the cases.

“In KwaZulu-Natal, three learners reported their diagnosis to the school authorities and used a separate gate to enter the school premises. 

“They were accommodated in a separate isolation room and provided with an invigilator who observed the health and hygiene protocols at all times.

“We are encouraged by the level of maturity and responsibility shown by our candidates in KwaZulu-Natal.”

Meanwhile, the department said it is satisfied with day one of the exams. 

“The Department of Basic Education is pleased to announce that the first day of the National Senior Certificate examinations has gone well without any major incidents throughout the country,” said Motshekga.

The class of 2020 will write Afrikaans paper I on Friday.

Jacaranda FM