Pupils’ of primary eight in Western Lakes State commences primary leaving examinations on Monday.
The exams will enable them to join secondary schools if they excel.
Good News Radio quotes Minister of Education Ayen Majok Deng appreciating pupil’s for their commitment to studies.
She encourages female candidates to perform well as this is a very tough competition between the boys and girls.
Director General in the ministry of Education and instruction Agolder Alfred Mathok encourages the pupils do their exams without fear as its educational routine.
This year western lakes state has total of 2,417 pupils sitting the examination in all 12 centres.
The officials made the remarks during opening of Primary Leaving Examination on Monday in Rumbek.