Mark your calendars Setswana SAL P1 unfolds on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 09:00

Dumela, baithuti! You know, time flies like a tswere in the veld, doesn’t it? Before you even realise, your matric final exams will be upon us. For those of you tackling Setswana Second Additional Language Paper 1 in 2025, jot this down, my dear: your exam is scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, 2025, starting promptly at 09:00. Make sure that date is firmly planted in your mind like a strong mmu!

Remembering your important Setswana SAL P1 date

It’s one thing to know the date now, but another to remember it as the months roll by. My advice to you, goitse? Get a calendar, a real physical one, and mark it boldly. Write “Setswana SAL P1 at 09:00” on November 5th. Set a reminder on your phone, maybe even two or three, to pop up a week before, three days before, and the evening before. Tell your parents or your guardian, ask them to also give you a friendly nudge. Knowing your exam date is the very first step in being truly prepared. No one wants to be caught off guard, re tsamaya ka nako, we must!

Getting ready for your matric Setswana exam

Preparation is the key, mosimane le morwetsana. From now until November, every little bit of studying you do will count. For Setswana SAL P1, you’ll be focusing on things like comprehension, language structures, and perhaps some transactional writing. Practice reading Setswana texts, even if it’s just articles from a newspaper or online. Try to speak Setswana more often, because practice makes perfect, and understanding the nuances of the language will help with your comprehension. Get hold of past exam papers; they are your best friend for revision. Work through them, time yourself, and check your answers. Understand where you are making mistakes, and then go back to your notes or textbook to clarify. Ga go na tsela e khutshwane, you must put in the work.

Where to find the full matric timetable

It’s always a good idea to see the whole picture, neh? To get the full lenaneo of all your matric exams for 2025, including when all your other papers are, you can download the official timetable. This document is like your map for the exam season, so make sure you have it. Here’s where you can grab it: Matric Grade 12 Timetable Download link: https://www.education.gov.za/Portals/0/Documents/Publications/2025/2025%20OCT%20NOV%20TIME%20TABLE.pdf. Go on, give it a click, download it, print it, and stick it up where you’ll see it every single day!

On the big day: What to do

On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, for your Setswana SAL P1, make sure you arrive at the exam venue well in advance. I’m talking at least 30 to 45 minutes before 09:00. This gives you time to find your allocated seat, settle down, maybe use the restroom, and calm any last-minute jitters. Rushing in at the last second will only add to your stress, and you need a clear head to tackle the paper. Listen carefully to the invigilator’s instructions; they are there to help ensure everything runs smoothly. Breathe deeply, you’ve prepared for this moment.

What to pack for your Setswana paper

This is important, baithuti! You don’t want to be caught without the essentials. For Setswana SAL P1, your main tools will be your brain and your writing implements. Here is a list of things you absolutely must take with you to the exam hall:

• Your valid ID document or your birth certificate if you do not have an ID yet. No ID, no entry, ke boammaruri!
• Your statement of entry or your student number, whatever your school uses for identification.
• At least two good blue or black ballpoint pens. Make sure they are not gel pens or pencils for the main writing.
• A ruler, in case you need to underline or draw anything neatly.
• A clear, unlabelled bottle of water. Stay hydrated, your brain needs it!
• No calculators or electronic devices are allowed for Setswana SAL P1, so leave those at home. Your dictionary is also not permitted. It’s all about what’s in your head, so trust your knowledge of puo ya rona.

Keeping calm and focused

Once you are in the exam room and the paper is handed out, take a moment. Read all the instructions carefully before you start writing. Pay attention to the marks allocated for each question, as this will help you manage your time effectively. If a question feels tricky, don’t panic. Move on to one you know, and come back to the harder one later. Remember, honesty is paramount. Do not attempt to cheat or communicate with other candidates; it’s not worth jeopardising your future. Focus on your paper, your answers, and trust in the hard work you have put in. You are capable, and you can do this!