With only about half of matric learners passing mathematics over the years, coupled with a concern about not enough learners taking mathematics as a subject, many education experts agree that the teaching of mathematics is in crisis in South Africa. This state of affairs has also been linked to the lack of Math's teachers and inadequate training for teachers. These are some of the issues that the new Executive Director of the South African Mathematics Foundation - SAMF - Prof Seithuti Moshokoa will have to grapple with as he takes office. He says at the heart of his leadership is a commitment to reshaping how mathematical sciences are taught and valued—both within classrooms and beyond. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Professor Seithuti Moshokoa 

<p>With only about half of matric learners passing mathematics over the years, coupled with a concern about not enough learners taking mathematics as a subject, many education experts agree that the teaching of mathematics is in crisis in South Africa. This state of affairs has also been linked to the lack of Math's teachers and inadequate training for teachers. These are some of the issues that the new Executive Director of the South African Mathematics Foundation - SAMF - Prof Seithuti Moshokoa will have to grapple with as he takes office. He says at the heart of his leadership is a commitment to reshaping how mathematical sciences are taught and valued&mdash;both within classrooms and beyond. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Professor Seithuti Moshokoa&nbsp;</p>

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The Weekend View

This programme provides listeners with local and international news on Saturday and Sunday, hosted by Sebenzile Nkambule and Bongiwe Zwane. Listen to SAfm 104-107 Saturdays and Sundays from 6 to 7 a.m.

<p>This programme provides listeners with local and international news on Saturday and Sunday, hosted by Sebenzile Nkambule and Bongiwe Zwane. Listen to SAfm 104-107 Saturdays and Sundays from 6 to 7 a.m.</p>

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