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Mankurwane Primary School does in the SA Mathematics Foundation challenge.

Mankurwane Primary school held an award ceremony for its learners who participated in the 2022 SA Mathematics Foundation challenge.

The aim of the competition is to encourage and increase learners" participation in mathematics in schools.

Nationally more than 10 000 learners participated in the challenge.  60 of the learners participated of which 30 made to the next qualifying round.

Karabo Nkukane, a grade 4 learner obtained a silver certificate after writing  her test at Sol Plaatje  University during September school holidays.

AMESA Provincial chairperson, Mr. S. Kantwane (Amesa National Rep) applauded the learners who participated in the mathematics challenge and encourage the parents and teachers to further take pride in their school work especially mathematics since it's a practical subject and needs to be practiced everyday.

He said that he grateful for the partnership with the Department of Education for appointing math coaches in schools to strengthen the relationship.

Giving her message of gratitude, Mrs Mashodi, Director for Curriculum Support Services, said the department is excited seeing that initiative bear fruit since there is little interest in the subject especially at High school.  The Province is rated last in the country in mathematics participation.so such accolades are encouraging. 

The school also acknowledged the involvement of mathematics teachers, Mrs Mafungu, Mrs Tsoanhae (Math Challenge) Co ordinator and Mrs. L. Mpanza Mathematics Coach

The school was encouraged to continue with this initiative and encourage learners to be active participants in all mathematics challenges.

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