Old Mutual sponsors mathematics competition
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The Old Mutual Namibia Foundation has announced an investment of N$100 000 towards the grand finale round of the 2024 National Mathematics Olympiad, hosted by National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST).
The event attracts mathematically gifted high school learners from across Namibia to test their problem-solving skills. This year, 84 learners will travel to Windhoek to participate. The overall top six (three boys and three girls) will go on to represent Namibia at the Pan-African Mathematics Olympiad in 2025.
NCRST’s CEO, Professor Anicia Peters, expressed gratitude for the donation and indicated that “mathematics forms the foundation for science and technology, including artificial intelligence”.
Old Mutual Namibia group marketing, public affairs and sustainability executive Mignon du Preez expressed the company's enthusiasm for being part of this important event, adding: “We believe that investing in education is key to shaping a bright future for Namibia”.
The event attracts mathematically gifted high school learners from across Namibia to test their problem-solving skills. This year, 84 learners will travel to Windhoek to participate. The overall top six (three boys and three girls) will go on to represent Namibia at the Pan-African Mathematics Olympiad in 2025.
NCRST’s CEO, Professor Anicia Peters, expressed gratitude for the donation and indicated that “mathematics forms the foundation for science and technology, including artificial intelligence”.
Old Mutual Namibia group marketing, public affairs and sustainability executive Mignon du Preez expressed the company's enthusiasm for being part of this important event, adding: “We believe that investing in education is key to shaping a bright future for Namibia”.
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