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Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Challenges Faced by South African Schools
3. Contribution of School Challenges to University Dropout
Rates
4. Strategies to Reduce University Dropout Rates
5. Conclusion
6. References
1. Introduction
South Africa is currently grappling with a significant challenge
in its higher education sector: the alarmingly high dropout rate
among first-year university students, estimated to be between
50% and 60%. This trend raises serious concerns about the
sustainability, inclusivity, and effectiveness of the country's
education system. While much attention has been given to the
controversial 30% pass mark required for high school learners to
progress or graduate, this benchmark is only a symptom of
deeper structural issues that begin much earlier in the
educational journey.