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Outcomes evaluation of Optima's Maths Challenge Programme
Secondary school mathematics participation and performance have long been identified as a major risk to the development of the skills and knowledge required to meet the demand for science and technology in the South African economy. This outcomes evaluation, undertaken by Kelello Consulting, documents the evolution of the Maths Challenge Programme from 2010 to 2025, the learnings over fifteen years of implementation. The results validate the importance of early intervention t
Mar 161 min read
Donor collective to tackle South Africa’s foundational education challenge
Foundational literacy and numeracy skills are crucial for educational success and lifelong learning. South Africa faces significant...
Nov 7, 20241 min read
Transformative education: Strategies for overcoming maths inequality in South Africa’s schools
Despite high spending relative to other countries, South Africa’s education system is fraught with multiple amplifying crises, or a...
Oct 1, 20241 min read
The importance of long-term data to improve mathematics proficiency in South Africa
Despite high spending on education relative to other countries, South Africa scores poorly on most international education rankings . In...
Jul 31, 20244 min read
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