JOHANNESBURG - Matric dance season is in full swing, marked by luxury, glamour, and viral moments.
From R5000 wigs and designer gowns to chauffeurs and celebrity dates.
What was once a simple celebration now rivals a red-carpet event.
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Social media is fuelling the extravagance, but what about students who can't afford to keep up?
Is the pressure to impress overshadowing the true meaning of the occasion?