Rachel Kolisi has marked a special milestone for her family, celebrating her eldest daughter Liphelo Madlingozi’s induction into the Matric Class of 2026.
Posting on Instagram, Rachel shared a series of photographs from the school’s Grade 11 induction, where learners are formally welcomed as the cohort that will sit their final exams next year. Reflecting on the moment, she wrote that she could hardly believe how quickly time had passed since Liphelo’s first day of school, adding how proud she felt watching her step into this new phase.
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The update arrives as the 2025 Matric examinations get underway for learners across South Africa, a reminder of how swiftly the next chapter will arrive for the Class of 2026. For many parents, the Grade 11 induction is both a celebration and the start of a focused year ahead, with senior subject loads, leadership roles and post-school planning on the horizon.
Rachel’s comment section was filled with messages of support for both mother and daughter. Followers congratulated Liphelo on the achievement and praised Rachel for her steady encouragement, urging the teen to stay calm, focused and confident as she begins the final stretch of her school career.
While the family has navigated a year of significant change, Rachel’s post strikes a hopeful note about the future. The photos capture a proud parent and a poised Grade 11 learner at the start of a defining journey, with the next twelve months set to bring hard work, growth and the promise of a memorable Matric year.
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