On Friday, 24 January 2025, Sasol hosted the 30th Grade 12 Merit Awards where bursaries and cash incentives were awarded to the class of 2024 top achievers. This annual event continues to reward outstanding achievers who obtain distinctions in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and other non-STEM subjects.
This year, two bursaries were awarded on the day. Over and above that, 73 top achievers received an individual cash incentive which goes towards their university registration fees.
A total of 313 learners in the Standerton Sub-District, eManzana and Ehlanzeni fenceline schools received a cash award per distinction for achieving a minimum of 3 distinctions in identified subject.
To honour the role played by educators in ensuring excellent results, six best-performing subject teachers and nine best-performing schools were also recognised.
Recognising and celebrating excellent performance in education is part of Sasol’s ongoing efforts showcasing its firm belief that education is a fundamental input to transforming society.
The Sasol Grade 12 Merit Awards are a collaboration between Sasol, the Department of Basic Education, and this year’s supporting sponsors such as: MegChem, Osizweni Science Centre, Proconics, ROMPCO, eMbalenhle Girls, PDPS, Pinky Phosa Foundation, Digby Wells Environmental Consulting, Paradigm Shift Holdings, Thasasa (Pty) Ltd, Phakama Advertising, Minhel and Hydra Arc.
Sasol’s inclusive education initiatives are driven by a need to see meaningful change in society and contribute to our youth enabling them to have a socio-economically sustainable future.
The awards are just another way that Sasol demonstrates its commitment to actively driving education initiatives in South Africa.
