On Friday, 09 February 2024, the Coega Development Corporation (Coega) hosted a certificate handover ceremony for its 2023 Maths and Science (MSP) Programme Top Achievers.<\/p>\n
The celebration, which took place at the Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel (BWBSH), was attended by the top 11 learners from the 2023 academic year, programme facilitators, parents, and stakeholders, including the Eastern Cape Department of Education and the Eastern Cape Socio Economic Consultative Council.<\/p>\n
The certificate handover ceremony also marked a second consecutive 100% pass rate for the Coega MSP, which resides in Coega\u2019s Corporate Services Business Unit and offers matriculants a second chance to improve their grade 12 Mathematics and Physical Science results.<\/p>\n
The MSP Class of 2023 produced ten (10) distinctions in Mathematics. Thirty- three (33) learners excelled with above 70% in Mathematics, and eleven (11) achieved above 70% in Physical Science. One of the biggest improvements recorded in Mathematics was an increase from 31% to 72%, and one of the biggest improvements in Physical Science was from 39% to 77%, shared Mr. Eldon September, who has been a facilitator for the past 10 years. Together, the Coega MSP team has achieved exceptional results, with close to 1,000 learners successfully exiting the programme.<\/p>\n
Mr. Ernest Gorgonzola, District Director of Education for the Nelson Mandela Bay region, expressed his appreciation to Coega: \u201cThank you to the Coega Development Corporation. We need to work more closely to capitalise on the expertise in this Programme. The Coega Development Corporation contributed to the improvement of Mathematics and Physical Science results of the Nelson Mandela Bay district and Eastern Cape as a whole,\u201d said Gorgonzola.<\/p>\n
The Coega MSP, a Corporate Social Investment Programme, aligns with Coega\u2019s commitment to promoting education and skills development within communities, in line with Coega\u2019s vision of being a leading catalyst for the championing of socio- economic development.<\/p>\n
Ms. Nontembeko Tom, Subject Planner for the Eastern Cape Department of Education expressed a sense of pride on behalf of the Department and all role- players: \u201cYour dedication to education and nurturing the minds of our learners is truly commendable. To the learners, you are the heart of this Programme. Thank you for inspiring us and reminding us of the true purpose of our work.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Coega MSP enables learners to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). With the help of the MSP, thousands of learners have been able to secure admission to their preferred tertiary institutions and excel in their careers.<\/p>\n
The top learner from the Coega MSP Class of 2023 and future Engineer, Ms. Limpho Fadane, who achieved 86% in Mathematics and 77% in Physical Science, addressed attendees with a word of encouragement: \u201cThis is a very auspicious moment for me as this was not an easy journey. Always remember that there is nothing worthwhile without hard work. Let\u2019s begin the next journey of our lives.\u201d<\/p>\n
As the organisation looks ahead, Coega anticipates the enhancement of the MSP by introducing technology, upskilling, coaching, and mentoring for facilitators and administrators.<\/p>\n
Over the next five years, the envisaged plan includes expanding beneficiaries from 100 to 500, reinforcing Coega’s commitment to nurturing a new generation of STEM professionals. The past week also marked the commencement of classes for the 97 learners enrolled in the 2024 Coega MSP, some of whom look forward to receiving their Top Achiever certificate at next year\u2019s ceremony.<\/p>\n
Coega\u2019s Executive Manager for Corporate Services, Ms. Mokgaet\u0161i Sebothoma, wished the learners well in their journey ahead: \u201cWe wish you the best of luck with your future careers which promise to be bright; and remember, it\u2019s about lifelong learning, perseverance, and grit. These are some of the qualities that will ensure that you can be your very best and positively impact those around you.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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