The death toll in Tuesday morning's collision between a taxi and a truck on the N-1 highway near De Doorns in the Overberg has risen from seven to nine.

Political analyst, Dr Koffi Kouakou has warned that the killing of Rwanda's former spy chief Patrick Karegeya will have serious repercussions.

Executive Dean at Wits Universtisy, Professor Sarah Gravett, says even though she is happy with the 2013 matric results, she adds that there is a lot that still needs to be done.

Executive Dean at Wits Universtisy, Professor Sarah Gravett adds that it is worrying that most matriculants are choosing maths literacy over pure maths.

Mweli says for the past three years the minister has been emphasising the importance of focusing on the annual national assessments.

Acting deputy director general for curriculum, policy, support and monitoring in the Department of Basic Education Matanzima Mweli says the department is working around the clock to improve the standard of education in the country.

Van Niekerk has also stressed that parents should be very supportive of their children during this time.

Deputy Vice Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg (UJ), Tinyiko Maluleke says government must now implement its various initiatives aimed at improving South Africa's quality of education.

Tinyiko Maluleke says those leaners who do attain a Bachelors pass may not always find places at universities.

Child-Line’s director, Joan van Niekerk says families should provide a strong support system for matric learners that have not performed well to avoid tragedies such as suicide.