South Africa has one of the most unequal school systems in the world. The gap in test scores between the top 20% and the rest is wider than in almost every other country

There is strong evidence to indicate that principals weeded out higher-risk candidates to increase the 2010 matric pass rate.

Since 2004 government has emphasised qualitative passes moving away from artificial increases, writes <b>Nick Taylor</b>.

Outcomes-based education is in trouble in South Africa. While politicians continue to affirm its importance for the school curriculum, its worldwide architect, Willian Spady,…