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OLICO on CNBC Africa’s Edtech Mondays

This EdTech Monday we examine the unique challenges and explore opportunities within South Africa’s education system and how strategic public-private partnerships can help to address the challenges through evidence-based and affordable technological solutions.

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WhatsApp + maths tutors = a solution for poor learners

An innovative maths WhatsApp hotline threw high school teens an educational lifeline during the Covid-19 pandemic ensured that old ways of reaching learners wouldn’t work any more. The hotline is still playing a crucial role today.

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Injini Accelerates EdTech Revolution with New Mastercard Foundation Fellowship Cohort

South Africa’s education system faces significant hurdles. Many learners are left behind, creating a deep divide in educational outcomes. But a powerful force is emerging to bridge this gap: EdTech.

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OLICO Maths pupils score top marks in matric

The OLICO maths project is committed to making mathematics accessible to children from grades R to matric by giving them the tools and understanding they need to move on to the next phases of their lives.

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WhatsAppPure genius! NGO helps Diepsloot matrics get 100% pass rate for Maths + maths tutors = a solution for poor learners

A non-profit organisation which has been providing supplementary Maths support to high pupils has helped its Diepsloot Class achieve a 100% pass rate for Maths.

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Wits Review: NSFT Winners

OLICO is an NGO supporting South African pupils in mathematics. Dr Bowie’s taught mathematics at all levels from grade R to university level. This year the organisation received the 2024 NSTF-South32 NGO Award for its approach that makes maths accessible and enjoyable.

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WhatsApp Maths Hotline improves results of SA pupils

More than 15 000 pupils from across South Africa have improved their results by accessing tutors, worksheets and videos on the WhatsApp Maths Hotline this year

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Major telecoms companies zero-rate popular maths education programme for township youth

Major telecommunications companies MTN, Cell C and Rain have zero-rated – provided free internet browsing for – an online maths education programme to keep learners busy, connected and engaged.

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WhatsApp maths hotline is a winning formula

A WhatsApp Maths Hotline established by education non-profit OLICO Maths Education is adding significant value to pupils in KwaZulu-Natal.

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