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Highlights from the SAMF Awards ceremony
Saturday Star
|November 01, 2025
THE South African Mathematics Foundation (SAMF) held its highly anticipated annual awards ceremony, where the nation's mathematics champions were celebrated for their remarkable achievements across various educational levels.
The event served as a testament not only to the academic prowess of the students but also to the vital role of mentorship and family support in shaping the mathematicians of tomorrow.
The highlight of the ceremony was the crowning of the overall winner of the South African Mathematics Olympiad (SAMO), an accolade that has become emblematic of excellence in high school mathematics. This year, Moied Baleg, a talented Grade 12 learner from The Settlers High School in the Western Cape, stood out among the country's top 115 contestants from grades 10-12, laying claim to the prestigious gold Dirk van Rooy medal.
While individual achievements sparkled brightly, the event also recognised the educational institutions that foster talent. The Top Performing School Award was awarded to Bishops Diocesan College in the Western Cape, affirming its status as a leading institution for mathematics education.
This story is from the November 01, 2025 edition of Saturday Star.
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