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Shocking Stats: Over 70 Teams Announced as #Coding4Mandela 2024 Winners!
The Youth Rebellion
More than 32,000 youth across Africa and Asia joined the global #Coding4Mandela rebellion, with a whopping 70 teams set to battle it out in the national finals in September. This massive surge in participation is a wake-up call for educators and policymakers alike.
The Department of Computing Sciences at Nelson Mandela University and Tangible Africa spearheaded this coding revolution, in partnership with the Leva Foundation. Their mission? To empower young minds with 21st-century skills by making coding cool and accessible to all.
Rangers, Boats and Tanks: The Ultimate Coding Challenge
Limited online resources are needed to join the coding fun, with three exciting games – Rangers, Boats and Tanks – that encourage learners to develop essential skills by playing. This inclusive approach has resulted in an impressive 70 winning teams announced from participating countries, including Ghana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Indonesia and all nine provinces in South Africa.
Prof Jean Greyling: The Mastermind Behind the Madness
As the founder and head of the department, associate professor at the NMU computing sciences department, and creator of Tangible Africa, Professor Greyling is the driving force behind this coding phenomenon. His vision is to make #Coding4Mandela an annual, national event in South Africa, exceeding the target of 30,000 participating youth.
A Movement in Full Swing
From small local beginnings in Gqeberha in 2018 to a national event in 2022, #Coding4Mandela has become a force to be reckoned with. Last year, over 16,000 learners from across the country and beyond participated. This year, the movement has grown even larger, with various sites across SA hosting the virtual challenge.
The #Coding4Mandela Dance
A popular activity was the song and dance game, with more than 70 schools and organizations sending in videos of their #Coding4Mandela dance. Who knew coding could be so fun?
The Stakes Are High
The 70 Mandela Day top finalist teams will compete virtually in the national Dutoit Juicy Gems #Coding4Mandela competition in September. Five top teams will then be selected to participate in the virtual World Coding Championships in December. The world is watching, and the stakes are higher than ever.
Will your school or organization be part of the #Coding4Mandela revolution? Join the movement and ignite your potential today!
