The 18-year-old Grade 12 learner won the first place in the national maths competion. According to the statement issued by the North West Department of Education, learners submitted their videos to the Mthethwamatics Facebook Page, solving different maths problems. The North West Department of Education MEC Mmaphefo Matsemela could not hold back her jubilation after his achievement and stated that the learner has done his school proud.

“I am happy for Boitumelo’s win. His dedication and passion for mathematics was proved by his determination. This certainly paves a way for him towards his tertiary studies and I hope that his passion for mathematics is an inspiration to his peers as well. This is an achievement for him, his school and his peers. Many happy returns to him,” said Matsemela.

Mohulatsi’s maths teacher, Lucky Gudo, also congratulated the learner for his achievement. Mohulatsi has advised his peers to take maths as a challenge that they should focus on solving, regardless of the school or background they come from. He encouraged them to train their minds.

OFM News/Kekeletso Mosebetsi