NATIONAL MATHEMATICAL
LITERACY CHALLENGE
SPONSORED BY OLD MUTUAL IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Registration closed on 10 July 2026. Schools can now search the captured team list before challenge day.
THE CHALLENGE GOES NATIONAL
Round 1 is done. Now the competition expands across the country. Grade 10 learners everywhere are gearing up for Round 2 — written on 27 July 2026 at various locations nationwide.
Counting down to Round 2 · 27 July 2026
The teams are in. Find yours.
Search the captured team list, see participation across every province, and get ready for the national challenge on 27 July.
Written on
27 July 2026
Where
Various locations nationwide
COMPETITION ROUNDS
Follow the journey from schools to the national finals
ROUND 1 — SCHOOL LEVEL
Individual Competition
The opening round has been completed. Results from Round 1 are not reflected here, as this platform tracks the national challenge going forward.
ROUND 2 — DISTRICT LEVEL
Team Competition
Registration closed on 10 July 2026. The captured team list is now available ahead of Round 2 on 27 July 2026.
ROUND 3 — PROVINCIAL LEVEL
Provincial Competition
The top teams from each district will advance to compete at provincial level. Dates and locations will be announced soon.
ROUND 4 — NATIONAL GRAND FINALS
National Finals
The national grand finals will bring together the top qualifying teams from every province. The date and location will be announced soon.
The numbers are in
Can you find your team?
Registration is closed. Explore the captured team list, compare participation by province, and search for your school or team before Round 2.
Captured registrations are not confirmed qualifiers.
GET READY FOR ROUND 2
Empowering Grade 10 learners with essential life skills through competitive learning. The national stage is set for 27 July 2026.