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Information & Opportunities for Grade 12 Learners 2026 – South Africa

Grade 12 is a critical year that shapes a learner’s future. It is a time filled with important decisions about studies, careers, and life after school. Access to the right information can make a big difference in helping learners plan with confidence.

NYOSA provides reliable information, guidance, and news tailored specifically for Grade 12 learners across South Africa. This includes updates on exams, applications, funding opportunities, career pathways, and post-matric options.

Latest education news and announcements

Updates on matric exams, results, and rewrites

Guidance on university, TVET college, and skills training options

By staying informed and focused, Grade 12 learners can make better decisions and prepare for the next stage of their journey. NYOSA aims to support learners by providing clear, accurate, and up-to-date information that helps them succeed.

In addition to news and guidance, learners will also find information on bursaries, learnerships, internships, online courses, and other opportunities available after matric.

Who this information is for:

Grade 12 learners preparing for matric exams

Learners exploring study, training, and career options

Learners seeking funding and post-matric opportunities

Parents and guardians supporting Grade 12 learners

What learners will find on NYOSA:

Accurate and up-to-date education information

Career guidance and post-matric pathways

News on funding, applications, and opportunities

Motivation and support to help learners stay focused and succeed

Browse the Grade 12 content below to stay informed, plan ahead, and take confident steps toward your future.

UKZN 2026 Late Applications – Still Open! 2026

Missed the main application deadlines for 2026? UKZN is currently accepting late applications and change of mind requests for the following programmes

Posted: 2026-02-02

🎓 University of Fort Hare – Late Application Courses 2026

Late Applications for Studies in 2026 Now Open We’ve reopened the applications portal for students interested in undergraduate qualifications in the Faculty of Science & Agriculture and the Faculty of Management & Commerce for 2026. https://www.ufh.ac.za/ If you’ve applied to other faculties, you can now add more programme choices on the portal — no extra payment required. First-time Applicants: Starting your application for the first time? You can submit a new application online. Please ensure you use the PayGate option only when making your application payment to avoid processing delays.

Posted: 2026-02-01

How to compile a Curriculum Vitae 2026

A Curriculum Vitae (CV) is a short description of where you've worked, where you went to school and your skills and qualifications. It gives an employer a sense of what you can do and what experience you have. Employers decide who to interview based on the CVs they receive for each job. A CV should be short and to the point. Include: Personal information including surname; first names; date and country of birth; identity number; male/female; married/single; state of your health; driver’s licence; address and contact numbers...

Posted: 2026-01-22

🎓 North-West University (NWU) Late applications 2026

NWU late applications open 13 January from 09:00 for selected programmes.

Posted: 2026-01-13

🎓 Rhodes University (RU) Late applications 2026

Short description: Rhodes University late applications open from 08:00 on 13 January to 16 January.

Posted: 2026-01-13

🎓 Sol Plaatje University (SPU) Late applications 2026

SPU late applications open 13 January from 08:00.

Posted: 2026-01-13