Spelling Bee competition aims to train youngsters how to read and write
JOHANNESBURG – Dozens of young people from all over Johannesburg regions converged in Metropolitan Building in Braamfontein, Johannesburg to take part in this year's spelling bee.
Local non-profit organisation Afrika Tikkun, that was founded 25 year ago with the aim of making a difference through developing and uplifting young people in underprivileged communities, recently hosted its annual spelling bee in Braamfontein.
The competition was aimed at developing cognitive proficiency including the ability to handle pressure, improve public speaking capabilities and knowledge retention, of young people between the ages of seven and 18.
Dozens of young people from all over Johannesburg converged at the Metropolitan Building in Braamfontein to participate in this year’s competition.
Speaking at the event, Afrika Tikkun chief executive officer Onyi Nwaneri said it was fundamentally important to teach children how to read and write properly at a young age. “Literacy is fundamental to learning. It is the foundation of education. When we teach our children to read and write, we instil the love for learning and equip them with skills that will be used throughout their lives. We cannot stress enough the importance of literacy in a child’s development,” Nwaneri said.
The winners were:
- 7 – 9 years category: Ntokozo Mtshali of Arekopaneng Centre, Orange Farm
- 10 – 12 years category: Siyabonga Malazi of Uthando Centre, Braamfontein
- 13 – 15 years category: Aviwe Makhaba of Arekopaneng Centre, Orange Farm
- 16 – 18 years category: Katlego Fobane of Phutaditjaba Centre, Alexandra.
Details: Afrika Tikkun info@afrikatikkun.org; www.afrikatikkun.org; 011 325 5914.
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