# Matric exams 2026 hit pause for Local Government Elections

https://www.thesouthafrican.com/news/matric-exams-2026-hit-pause-for-local-government-elections/

South Africa’s National Senior Certificate (NSC) examination timetable has been adjusted to accommodate the 2026 Local Government Elections, with a three-day break in examinations. The examinations will pause from Tuesday, 3 November, to Thursday, 5 November, before resuming on Friday, 6 November. The changes follow the scheduling of the local government elections for Wednesday, 4 November, during the October/November matric examination period. Monday, 9 November, has also been designated a non-examination day. STUDY | Matric exams 2026: Why THESE past papers could be your secret weapon Why

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