SACAI - South African Comprehensive Assessment Institute

SACAI's Grade 12 NSC Timetable for October / November has been finalised and shared with SACAI's registered institutions.

Click on the link to also view the timetable on our website:https://www.sacai.org.za/wp-content/uploads/NOVEMBER-2026-NSC-TIMETABLE-FINAL-29-MAY-2026.pdf

Good luck to all the candidates that are writing the May/June NSC exams that start today!
Remember to check your timetable and admission letter thoroughly to make sure you attend the correct exam session, at the correct venue.

The correct timetable can be viewed on our website as well:https://www.sacai.org.za/wp-content/uploads/MAY_JUNE-2026-TIMETABLE-FINAL-19_05_2026.pdf

SACAI hosted its inaugural AI Symposium on 16 April 2026, bringing together teachers, institutional leaders, assessment bodies, education specialists and researchers to explore the responsible, ethical and practical use of artificial intelligence in classrooms and assessment environments.

Read more about this insightful symposium, as well as watch the presentations, on our website at the following link:
https://www.sacai.org.za/sacais-ai-symposium-on-responsible-ai-in-education/

As South African households tighten budgets, home and online education is booming as schooling alternatives. SACAI warns these apparent savings can backfire if providers aren’t registered or learners’ assessment pathways are unclear — read the full IOL article below.

Cheaper schooling can cost you more if you get it wrong Parents are turning to cheaper schooling options, but hidden risks and poor accreditation can turn short-term savings into long-term financial and academic costs.

As online and home schooling become more mainstream education options in South Africa, the spotlight falls on the validity of providers.
How can parents ensure they make the correct choice?
Read more below on Biz Community.

Unpacking the Sacai registration process in the era of online education As online and home schooling become more mainstream education options in South Africa, the spotlight falls on the validity of providers...

To our Afrikaans audience:
Lees meer oor hoe statistiese moderering werk in matriekuitslae op Netwerk24.

📢 GEBORG | Hoekom verskil SBA- en eksamenpunte?

SBA meet 'n leerling se prestasie oor tyd, terwyl eksamens net ’n oomblik vasvang. Dis hoekom statistiese moderering gebruik word – om seker te maak punte bly billik en geloofwaardig.

👉🏼 Belangrik om te weet: Die aanpassing van SBA-punte val nie onder die gesag van die Suid-Afrikaanse Omvattende Assesseringsinstituut (Sacai) nie, terwyl Umalusi toesig hou oor die finale uitslae.📝📚

🧷 Lees meer: https://brnw.ch/21x1csI

To SACAI's Online Schools as well as prospective Online Schools:
Join FEDSAS for a focused information session designed to equip and connect online school leaders.

🚨 Online schools are evolving fast—are you keeping up with the governance, support, and opportunities available to you? Join FEDSAS for a focused information session designed to equip and connect online school leaders.
REGISTER: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__GeIsHwQQHCbB9H4KSFOFg #/registration

🚨 Aanlyn skole ontwikkel vinnig... Hou jy tred met die ondersteuning en geleenthede wat vir jou skool beskikbaar is? Skakel in vir 'n gefokusde sessie waar FEDSAS jou as aanlyn skoolleier gaan toerus om geeed te wees vir onderwysuitdagings en -geleenthede.
REGISTREER: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__GeIsHwQQHCbB9H4KSFOFg #/registration

The timetable for the upcoming SACAI May/June NSC Examinations has been sent to all candidates that registered.
Make sure you have the correct dates and venue allocation.
Remember to revise all your work - the key to success is diligent preparation!

Click on this link to view the timetable:https://www.sacai.org.za/wp-content/uploads/NSC-FINAL_MAY-JUNE-2026_TIMETABLE.pdf

Important Reminder: Registration for the upcoming May/June exams closes on Friday, 27 February at 16:00!
Make sure you register and pay on time, as no late registrations and payments will be accepted.
Visit www.sacai.org.za for more information.