Eastern Cape Woman Triumphs: From Rural Roots to Renowned Mathematician and Author, SA Proud

• Eastern Cape woman did not let her background define her as she pursued her dreams in Mathematics
• Sofoyiya Vumithongo Aviwe from the rural area of eNgqushwa (Peddie) has become a qualified Mathematician and Math author
• The online community reacted to her journey, with many showering her with positive messages
• Aviwe spoke to Briefly News about her background and what inspired her to take the Mathematics route

Eastern Cape woman celebrated being a qualified Mathematician and Math author. Mzansi is proud.

Sofoyiya Vumithongo Aviwe took to her Facebook account to share the exciting news of her Grade 12 Math books being ready for consumers. Aviwe also shared a little bit about herself and what it took to make her dream come true.

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Aviwe said her journey was not an easy one, from being a girl from the Eastern Cape in a rural area called Peddie to being a qualified Mathematician and now Math author.

"This was probably the most challenging moment of my life so far. Having to resign at work under toxic conditions, running my small business, and writing a book. I had countless breakdowns."

She thanked her support system that held her together in difficult times. Her book comes in two parts for the price of R380.

Eastern Cape Woman becomes Math author

See the Facebook pictures of Aviwe's Grade 12 mathematics book below:

Aviwe speaks to Briefly News about her journey

Aviwe said she spent her early years in Peddie and attended Qeto L/H Primary School (Grade 1 to Grade 5) before moving to schools in Gqeberha due to a lack of resources in rural areas. Her interest in Mathematics began at a young age, driven by its importance in the evolving world and its potential to create change.

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Her inspiration to write a Math book began in In 2022 whe the Mayor of Ngqushwa Municipality asked her about her plans for Mathematics. She shared her vision of building the first Math and Science Academy in Peddie and writing a Math book in a simplified step-by-step content to solve Math problems, even for learners in rural schools with less resources.

"While working with the IKAMVAYOUTH and SHELLSTEM programs, I engaged with high school learners and noticed their struggles with solving Mathematics problems. This experience motivated me to write a comprehensive guide manual for Grade 12 students, aiming to simplify complex concepts and make learning more accessible."

She advise aspiring mathematicians to stay persistent and passionate and view obstacles as opportunities for growth, and seek support and resources.

"Determination can lead to significant positive changes for yourself and your community."

Aviwe plans to write more simplified Mathematics content for grades 1 to 12 and continue initiatives to improve education in rural areas, fostering a new generation of mathematicians.

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Netizens beamed with pride

The online community reacted to Aviwe's achievement, with many showering her with congratulatory messages.

@Yonela Kepeyi commented:

"Wow . Huge congratulations my doll ."

@Babalwa Pinda said:

"Congratulations ."

@Anelisa MaDabane Mdyogolo was proud:

"This gives me goosebumps ey❤️."

@Nandile Ntete celebrated:

"Wow congratulations Aviwe, this is bigthings we love to see. Black girl excellence!"

@Thembela Manya beamed:

"I’m so proud and inspired by your resilience!! Well done ntombazana."

Woman thanks president for opportunities

In another story, Briefly News reported about an Eastern Cape woman who thanked Ramaphosa for opportunities.

TikTok user @sinentlahla53 posted a video on her page after she landed a contract job as an assistant teacher. The young educator had been struggling to find a job after graduating and applied for many positions but was unsuccessful. In the video, she added that she was grateful to the government for creating these opportunities for people like her.

Source: Briefly News