{"id":50708,"date":"2021-11-04T13:30:01","date_gmt":"2021-11-04T11:30:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/mthathaexpress\/game-changer-programme-drives-sustainability-for-cdc-20211102\/"},"modified":"2025-03-20T20:15:01","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T18:15:01","slug":"game-changer-programme-drives-sustainability-for-cdc-20211102","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/mthathaexpress\/game-changer-programme-drives-sustainability-for-cdc-20211102\/","title":{"rendered":"Game changer programme drives sustainability for CDC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) announced on Wednesday, October 20, that since the establishment of its flagship Coega Maths and Science Programme (MSP) in 2013, many young people are taking advantage of the opportunity to improve their final marks in Mathematics and Physical Science subjects, said Eldon September, Coega Mathematics and Physical Science facilitator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The CDC, which is known for its ability to engineer solutions to complex socio-economic development challenges and to create opportunities for the youth, women and persons living with disabilities, has been utilising its 22 years\u2019 experience, innovation, continuous improvement and good governance to ensure sustainability and drive business growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, the MSP, as one of the CDC\u2019s flagship programmes, is key to the organisation\u2019s sustainability agenda. The MSP offers a second chance at no cost to learners who have written and passed all other matric subjects except Mathematics and Physical Science. Most of these learners are young people from very poor educational and often impoverished backgrounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the three alumni of the programme is Yothando Sikhuza (21), who comes from Payne Location, Mthatha, in the EC. Yothando is pursuing her career in medicine, and hopes to become a medical doctor upon completion of her degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She highlighted that, \u201cApplying for the Coega Maths and Science Programme was one of the best decisions I\u2019ve ever made for my future. I have developed as a young person, and discovered parts of myself that I never knew existed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI was not just moulded personally, but academically too, and the experience was wonderful. Upon completing my degree, I plan to make a positive impact in South Africa\u2019s (SA) health system, and to improve people\u2019s well-being by focusing on their health. I would like to advise anyone who wants to join the Coega Maths and Science Programme not to waste the opportunities given to them, and they should take it seriously; anything is possible when you put in the hard work, and you are guaranteed to reap the rewards.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another trailblazer is Sinovuyo Kostauli (22) from eQonce (formerly known as King Williams Town) who is pursuing her career in the aviation sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI was fortunate to learn about the Coega Maths and Science Programme from my grandmother, whose colleague had a child also enrolled in the programme. What it meant for me to be part of this programme is that \u2018you can go as far as your mind lets you.\u2019 Prior to being in the programme, I did not focus too much on my studies, neither did I give my best effort. The programme, however, validated me academically, and it encouraged me \u2018to hold my head up high.\u2019 I am currently doing my Pilot Training in East London. After qualifying, I want to pursue a career as a Commercial Pilot, and to inspire others to join the aviation sector.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, but certainly not least, is Pumela Stuurman (20), who hails from Motherwell Township in Gqeberha, and is now a qualified private pilot and currently studying towards obtaining a Commercial Pilot Licence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pumela is excited about his achievements: \u201cI heard about the Coega Maths and Science Programme on my way home from school after fetching my final matric results. By virtue of my disappointment and frustration with my maths and science final matric marks, and being confronted with the reality that I would not be able to pursue studies in aviation, I decided to apply for enrolment in the Coega Maths and Science Programme. The programme educators were very helpful and supportive and they made maths and science fun and enjoyable. For the first time in my life, I understood maths and science quite well, and it was truly a blessing to have been part of this wonderful programme. I will remain forever grateful for this opportunity that has changed my life.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Coega Maths and Science Programme has produced a steady uptake of learners since its inception almost 10 years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOver the years, enrolment increased from 45 to 100 learners a year, and has achieved an average pass rate of 92% for Mathematics and 96% for Physical Science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWith the necessary stakeholders\u2019 support and urgently required funding, we want to enrol more learners each year, and to increase the number of young people who pass Maths and Science,\u201d concluded Eldon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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