To achieve top marks in Afrikaans Huistaal (Home Language) Grade 12 for the 2026 academic year, learners must demonstrate high-level language proficiency, literary insight, and creative flair. While the official 2026 Department of Basic Education (DBE) exam timetable is not yet out, these Exam Guidelines provide the definitive scope for your preparation.
The Afrikaans HT curriculum focuses on three core areas: Language and Comprehension, Literature, and Creative Writing.
Download Afrikaans HT Grade 12 Exam Guidelines (PDF)
Prepare for the 2026 exams with the official guidelines and literature support:
- Download Home Languages Grade 12 Exam Guidelines 2025-2026 (Afrikaans HT)
- Download Literature Setworks for Afrikaans HT 2024-2026
For more resources, past papers, and study notes, visit the My Courses homepage or our Grade 12 Study Resources section.
Paper 1: Taal en Begrip (Language in Context)
Duration: 2 Hours | Total Marks: 80
Paper 1 tests your ability to interpret texts and use the Afrikaans language correctly and creatively.
- Section A: Begripstoets (Comprehension) (30 Marks) – Analyzing a written prose text and a visual text (e.g., advertisement or cartoon).
- Section B: Opsomming (Summary) (10 Marks) – Summarizing a text into seven points (approx. 90 words).
- Section C: Taalstrukture en -konvensies (Language in Context) (40 Marks) – Questions on grammar, vocabulary, and critical language awareness.
Revision Tip: Practice Section C by using past papers to master common questions on homonieme, sinonieme, lydende/bedrywende vorm, and direkte/indirekte rede.
Paper 2: Letterkunde (Literature)
Duration: 2½ Hours | Total Marks: 80
This paper requires an in-depth study of your prescribed texts. You must answer questions on three genres: Poetry, Prose (Novel), and Drama.
- Section A: Poësie (Poetry) (30 Marks) – Two contextual questions (10 marks each) and one poetry essay (10 marks).
- Section B: Prosa (Novel) (25 Marks) – Contextual question or a literary essay on the prescribed novel (e.g., Onderwêreld).
- Section C: Drama (25 Marks) – Contextual question or a literary essay on the prescribed play (e.g., Krismis van Map Jacobs).
Prescribed Literature 2024–2026: | Genre | Prescribed Title | Author | | :— | :— | :— | | Roman (Novel) | Onderwêreld | Fanie Viljoen | | Drama (Play) | Krismis van Map Jacobs | Adam Small | | Poësie (Poetry) | Verse in my inboks (Anthology) | Various |
Paper 3: Skryfwerk (Writing)
Duration: 2½ Hours | Total Marks: 100
Paper 3 assesses your ability to write creatively and professionally in Afrikaans.
- Section A: Opstel (Essay) (50 Marks) – One essay (400–450 words) from a choice of topics (narrative, descriptive, or discursive).
- Section B: Langer Transaksionele Tekste (30 Marks) – Formal/informal letters, speeches, reports, or articles (180–200 words).
- Section C: Korter Transaksionele Tekste (20 Marks) – Advertisements, diary entries, or notices (100–120 words).
Conclusion: Strategy for 2026 Success
The Afrikaans Huistaal Grade 12 Exam Guidelines for 2026 emphasize that consistency is key. Ensure you read your prescribed novel and drama multiple times to understand character development and themes. For Paper 1 and 3, regular practice with past papers and building your vocabulary will help you achieve the “Level 7” results you’re aiming for.
Stay updated on the 2026 matric timetable and find the latest study guides by visiting My Courses.
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