Overview
Mahumani is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Giyani, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 889 learners and is staffed by 22 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 40:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Mopani East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 94.3% (82 of 87 candidates).
Mahumani Secondary School Matric Performance
Mahumani's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 84.5% in 2023 to 94.3% in 2025 (87 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 87 | 82 | 94.3% |
| 2024 | 68 | 63 | 92.6% |
| 2023 | 71 | 60 | 84.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MAHUMANI HIGH (7073206).
Subject pass rates
Mahumani offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 89.1%. Life Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 52.6%. 3 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Life Sciences, English (FAL), Economics). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 19 | 10 |
52.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 68 | 65 |
95.6%
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| Physical Sciences | 19 | 18 |
94.7%
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| Life Sciences | 19 | 19 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 87 | 87 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 15 | 11 |
73.3%
|
| Business Studies | 36 | 35 |
97.2%
|
| Economics | 15 | 15 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 32 | 30 |
93.8%
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| History | 32 | 30 |
93.8%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 72 | 49 |
68.1%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 60 other secondary schools in Giyani.
Mahumani Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 9.8 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Mahumani 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 Mahumani for 2027?
Mahumani is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Giyani, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 889 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 099.
Is Mahumani a no-fee school?
Mahumani is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Giyani, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Mahumani and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Mahumani falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 889 learners attending here in Giyani, Limpopo pay no school fees.
How to apply
Applications to Mahumani for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Mahumani school office in the Mopani East education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Limpopo.
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Confirm availability with Mahumani
Call 099 to confirm whether Mahumani has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Nkomo 22B; Giyani; Mahumani Tribal; 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 Mahumani during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Mahumani is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Mahumani. If declined, you may appeal at the Mopani East 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 Mahumani for the next school year?
Mahumani 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 East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Mahumani?
When applying to Mahumani, 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 Mahumani depending on the grade; confirm via phone 099.