South African Mathematics Foundation

The South African Mathematics Foundation (SAMF) is a non-profit company established in 2004 by South Africa’s two professional societies for mathematics, the Association for Mathematics Education of South Africa and the South African Mathematical Society. 

The initiative stemmed from a recognition that South Africa’s future prosperity depends on increased numbers of mathematically qualified personnel. 

The SAMF office is powered by a team of professionals who cooperate with the government, schools and other stakeholders to improve maths education in South Africa. 

The SAMF’s vision is to play a leading role in expanding the base of mathematics excellence in South Africa by: 

• Contributing towards professional development of mathematics educators 

• Promoting the advancement of mathematics through creating awareness of the importance of mathematics as subject 

• Identifying and nurturing mathematically talented youth towards an innovative landscape in South Africa for science, business, finance and engineering 

Among the aims of SAMF is to create a mathematically enabling environment that provides opportunities for all learners to develop to their fullest potential, and to develop programmes that will contribute to the mathematical development of all South Africans.