Mmakgabo Secondary School | Excellence in Moletjie

About Mmakgabo

Mmakgabo Secondary is a public school serving the rural community of Moletjie Moshate (near Seshego). It provides quality education from Grade 8 to 12 under Limpopo Department of Education. Rooted in tradition, the school blends academic rigor with cultural and sporting activities. In 2024 the school achieved an outstanding 84.9% matric pass rate.

Principal: Al Makwela (as of 2023/24) Previous principal: Ms. Malefo

Curriculum: Senior (Gr8-9) & FET (Gr10-12) – Languages, Sciences, Commerce Research: 2022 UL thesis on grammatical errors used our school

Call: 082 081 0891 Moletjie Moshate, Seshego, Limpopo

Admission

Grade 8 applications

Open annually from March to September. Walk-in at the school office: Moletjie Moshate. Bring birth certificate, last report, and parent ID.

Transfer learners

Grades 9-12 welcome if space permits. Provide transfer card and previous reports. No admin fee (quintile 2 public school).

School hours

07:45 – 14:30 (Mon-Thu) | 07:45 – 13:00 Fri. Uniform: navy & gold (available at local suppliers).

Academics & Leadership

Principal: Al Makwela (2023/24) • previously Ms. Malefo

Staff: 14 qualified educators • 582 learners (approx. 1:42 ratio)

Subjects offered: Sepedi, English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Accounting, Economics, Business Studies, History, Geography, Life Orientation.

2024 Matric: 106 candidates – 90 passed (84.9%). Bachelors passes: 42.

Community support: Project X NPO "Matric Readiness Program" (Jan 2025).

Extramural Activities

Soccer

Boys & girls teams compete in Moletjie local league.

Netball

Junior and senior netball – regular tournament winners.

Athletics

Annual sports day and participation in Limpopo champs.

Speech & debate

Public speaking, poetry, and Sepedi/English debates.

Science club

Eskom Expo participants, practical projects.

Achievements & Recognition

84.9% Matric pass rate 2024 – best in Moletjie cluster.
2023: Top 3 in Seshego district netball tournament.
2022: 3 learners achieved distinctions in Physical Science.
2021: Winner of Limpopo Sanitary Towel campaign outreach.
Academic research (Univ of Limpopo) used our learners' essays for linguistic analysis (2022).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it a no-fee school?

Yes, Mmakgabo is a Quintile 2 public school, meaning no tuition fees. Donations are voluntary.

Does the school have boarding facilities?

No, it's a day school only. Learners commute from Moletjie villages and nearby Seshego.

What is the school uniform?

Navy trousers/skirt, gold shirt (or white shirt with navy/gold tie). Tracksuit for sports.

How can I contact the principal?

Call 082 081 0891 or visit during school hours. Email: info@mmakgabohigh.gov.za (not monitored daily).

Support Mmakgabo – Donate

Help us build brighter futures

Your contribution supports science lab equipment, library books, and sports kits. No amount is too small.

Bank: FNB / Standard Bank

Account Name: Mmakgabo Secondary School Fund

Acc number: 630 352 879 01 (branch: Seshego)

Reference: DONATION + your name

Or use SnapScan at the school office.

Donate via PayFast (demo)

Section 18A tax certificates issued on request (over ZAR 200).

Contact & Location

Call / SMS

082 081 0891 (main line)
015 123 4567 (fax – old)

Visit us

Moletjie Moshate, next to Moletjie Tribal Office,
Seshego, Limpopo, 0742

Email

mmakgabo.secondary@edu.limpopo.gov.za (preferred)
or principal.makwela@edu.gov.za

Interactive map: Moletjie Moshate (GPS: -23.865, 29.415)

Mmakgabo Secondary School"Learning for a purpose"