UCT VC congratulates matriculants of 2020

23 February 2021 | Director Roxanne Harris. Videography and video edit Oatmeal Productions. Photo Lerato Maduna.

2020 was a difficult year for learners writing their final matriculation examinations. UCT Vice-Chancellor Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng congratulates matriculants on their achievements and wishes them well for the future.

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