Overview
Mohlatlego MacHaba is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Tzaneen, Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,260 learners and is staffed by 46 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 27:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Mopani West education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 78.2% (183 of 234 candidates).
Mohlatlego MacHaba Secondary School Matric Performance
Mohlatlego MacHaba's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 77.4% in 2023 to 78.2% in 2025 (234 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 234 | 183 | 78.2% |
| 2024 | 251 | 211 | 84.1% |
| 2023 | 230 | 178 | 77.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MOHLATLEGO MACHABA SECONDARY (7082101).
Subject pass rates
Mohlatlego MacHaba offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 81.3%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 57.4%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Economics). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 54 | 31 |
57.4%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 180 | 137 |
76.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 40 | 37 |
92.5%
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| Life Sciences | 99 | 86 |
86.9%
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| English (FAL) | 234 | 234 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 14 | 10 |
71.4%
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| Business Studies | 11 | 10 |
90.9%
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| Economics | 14 | 14 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 45 | 29 |
64.4%
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| History | 180 | 152 |
84.4%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 162 | 100 |
61.7%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 27 other secondary schools in Tzaneen.
Mohlatlego MacHaba Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 8.5 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Mohlatlego MacHaba charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Mohlatlego MacHaba for 2027?
Mohlatlego MacHaba is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Tzaneen, Tzaneen, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,260 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 099.
Is Mohlatlego MacHaba a no-fee school?
Mohlatlego MacHaba is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Tzaneen, Tzaneen, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Mohlatlego MacHaba and what does it mean for fees?
Mohlatlego MacHaba is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Tzaneen, Tzaneen, Limpopo community in the Mopani West district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Mohlatlego MacHaba, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Mohlatlego MacHaba school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Mopani West education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Mohlatlego MacHaba
Call 099 to confirm whether Mohlatlego MacHaba has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Motupa Village or download it from the Limpopo Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Mohlatlego MacHaba during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Mohlatlego MacHaba is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Mohlatlego MacHaba. If declined, you may appeal at the Mopani West district office under the Limpopo Department of Education.
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Mohlatlego MacHaba for the next school year?
Mohlatlego MacHaba processes applications at the school office. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. Reach the school directly via phone 099 to confirm openings in the Mopani West district.
What documents do I need to apply at Mohlatlego MacHaba?
When applying to Mohlatlego MacHaba, you'll typically need: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Additional items may be requested by Mohlatlego MacHaba depending on the grade; confirm via phone 099.