The Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has welcomed the Africa Spelling Bee Championship trophy from six learners who won it for South Africa at the continental championships.
The young South Africans spelled their way into the history books at the 8th African Spelling Bee in Harare, Zimbabwe.
The ceremony, which was held at the Education Department in Pretoria, celebrated the learners outstanding achievement and highlighted the countrys progress in promoting literacy and academic excellence.