
Great news for South Africa following the biggest and most important mathematics competition in the world, the International Mathematics Olympiad.
The competition, which took place in Australia from 10 July to 20 July, featured high school students from more than 100 countries competing to showcase their mathematical skills.
Record-breaking performance by South Africa
The South African team managed to finish in position 38 out of 110 countries. This marks the country’s best ranking in the last 25 years.
First position was claimed by The People’s Republic of China, followed by the United States of America and the Republic of Korea.
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Fun South African Fact: Water is not all there is to drink in this thirsty country! South Africa’s Cape Winelands have around 560 wineries and 4 400 primary producers. Included in the Cape Winelands region is Route 62, considered the longest wine route in the world. That alone is good reason to visit South Africa if you haven’t yet been!
Achilles Mountain
Great dynasties of history
Egypt: Ayyubid
South Africa: Zulu
China: Ming
Greece: Helena
Italy: Medici
U.S.: Duck