Education department slams “Pens Down Parties”

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The Eastern Cape Liquor Board has warned learners against hosting pens down parties as the final exams comes to an end. The provincial liquor regulator also urged parents to be vigilant of their children’s behaviour and actions. The board says it received a number of tip offs for planned pens down parties across the province this coming weekend. Spokesperson, Mgwebi Msiya, has also warned liquor establishments against hosting these parties and s…

Education department slams “Pens Down Parties”

MBOMBELA – As the 2025 National Senior Certificate Examinations approach their finale, the MEC for education, Lindi Masina, has called on the Mpumalanga community to unite and firmly reject “Pens Down Parties,” emphasising the importance of education and academic progress. MEC Masina stressed that such parties undermine the efforts of students who are committed to their studies and the broader goals of improving education in the province. “As th…