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The Citizen
5 days ago
- Science
- The Citizen
SA pupils grab first place at Pan African Mathematics Olympiad
Members of South Africa's team also claimed claimed top individual medals at the maths olympiad. South Africa's team of six pupils impressed at the Pan African Mathematics Olympiad (PAMO) this year. The event was hosted by the Mathematical Association of Botswana at the University of Botswana. The South African team claimed top individual medals and the overall first-place. This year's competition focused on testing the young minds across six problems. These included algebra, geometry, number theory and combinatorics. SA bags gold, silver and bronze at maths olympiad Countries were ranked by the combined scores of their six contestants. South Africa claimed first place, followed by Tunisia and Côte d'Ivoire. Team South Africa excelled with three gold medalists. They were Erik Senekal (Grade 11, Hoërskool Menlopark), James Prins (Grade 12, South African College High School) and Noah Greenblatt (Grade 11, King David High School). Silver medals were claimed by Olivia Castleden (Grade 9, Somerset College) and Ruth Trimble (Grade 11, Pinelands High School), while WanRu Zhou (Grade 11, Parklands College) took home bonze. In the Girls' Division of the Math Olympiad, Ruth Trimble earned gold. Olivia Castleden took silver and WanRu Zhou got bronze. Prof Seithuthi Moshokoa, Executive Director of the South African Mathematics Foundation, said: 'I am very proud of Team South Africa's achievements. Their dedication, resilience and innovative thinking exemplify our mission to nurture mathematical talent and empower our educators and learners.' ALSO READ: Not adding up: More than 400 schools don't teach Mathematics How it works The award ceremony on 17 June was opened by Professor Karam Aloui, the Associate Professor of Mathematics at the University of Tunis EI Manar and Executive Secretary of the PAMO committee. 'Our aim is to challenge creativity and rigorous reasoning in equal measure,' Prof Aloui said. Wise words from the winning team Three members of the South African team shared encouraging advice to students who want to take part in the Mathematics Olympiad. Olivia Castleden: 'To people who want to participate in the maths olympiad, I suggest that they just go for it. By just writing the first round, they have already gained valuable experience, even if they don't progress to the next round.' Erik Senekal: 'Always see an opportunity to learn – approach each problem as a chance to discover something new. Write the math olympiad not just to compete, but also to learn and grow through the process.' Noah Greenblatt: 'Curiosity can be very powerful. I encourage young learners to explore ideas and concepts in which they show interest to the fullest extent. Enjoying this exploration is not only fulfilling but can also strengthen creativity and problem-solving ability. Additionally, there is truly no substitute for hard work when it comes to improvement.'
Zawya
12-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Tutify Champions Mathematical Excellence With SEAMO X 2025
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 March 2025 - Tutify Education has proudly supported the global mathematical community through its involvement in the prestigious SEAMO X 2025 competition, held earlier this year. The event began with 30,000 students in the preliminary round and concluded with 1,318 finalists from 22 countries competing in the final round which was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 17 to 20 January 2025. It successfully brought together young minds passionate about mathematics, celebrating their talent and dedication on an international stage. The competition commenced on Saturday morning, with participants engaging in an intense examination designed to test their mathematical prowess. Following the exam, participants were invited to enjoy a cultural tour of the host city, allowing them to unwind and explore the local sights. The event culminated on Sunday evening with a grand gala dinner and awards ceremony, where Coach Leo, a Director of both SEAMO and Tutify Education, personally handed out awards to the top performers, recognising their exceptional achievements in the field of mathematics. SEAMO X 2025 also welcomed distinguished VIP guests, including Ms. Rukmalee Premarathne, Director of Education, Ministry of Education, Sri Lanka, Mr. Elbek Saidov, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Malaysia and several ministers from other countries The competition was organised by Coach Leo with the aim of fostering the exchange of mathematical knowledge across borders, strengthening global cohesion, and assessing Singapore's standing on the world stage of mathematics. Through SEAMO, Tutify Education continues its commitment to supporting initiatives that provide students with opportunities to excel and grow in their academic journeys. Tutify Education is a leading provider of math enrichment in Singapore, offering comprehensive programs designed to nurture and develop students' mathematical abilities. With a strong focus on Math Olympiad training, and specialised PSLE math tuition, Tutify is committed to helping students excel in their academic pursuits. Through tailored mathematics tuition and expert guidance, Tutify aims to build a solid foundation for students while preparing them for competitive challenges and examinations, fostering a passion for mathematics that lasts a lifetime. Looking ahead, the SEAMO X series will continue with SEAMO 2025 (Round 1) taking place in Singapore in August 2025, followed by the global round, SEAMO X 2026 (Round 2), hosted overseas in January next year. Plans for SEAMO X 2026 are already underway, ensuring the competition's continued growth on the international stage. For more information, please visit Hashtag: #Tutify The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Tutify
