Learners clinch IsiZulu Spelling Bee

Three learners from Mankonjane Primary School made it into the top 10

August 23, 2019

Danielle Greaves 1 minute read

Ms Zuma and Ms Radebe (far right) with Bemodie Mabaso, Khuselwa Mswane and Mpendulo Zuma from Mankonjane Primary School, who participated in the recent Spelling Bee competition.

Estcourt Primary hosted 15 schools for an IsiZulu Spelling Bee on August 13. Close to 50 learners attended.

Among those were Bemodie Mabaso, Khuselwa Mswane and Mpendulo Zuma from Mankonjane Primary School in Ntabamhlophe.

ALSO READ: Multiplying enjoyment at Mental Maths competition

The learners were accompanied by their class teacher, Ms Zuma, and their IsiZulu teacher, Ms Radebe. One of the Grade 4 learners made it to the fourth round among the top 10.

“I would like to encourage the learners to keep trying. A big thank you to the organisers and the Estcourt Circuit for this wonderful opportunity presented to us,” said Ms Radebe.

Ms Zuma added: “Ahead of Heritage Month, more of the same should be held for the learners to learn about the language and preserve the culture. Congratulations to the top three who will represent the Estcourt Circuit in Ladysmith. We wish them best of luck.”

NOW READ: Spelling Bee star Kalay Naiker scoops first place

Click to receive news links via WhatsApp. Or for the latest news, visit our webpage or follow us on Facebook and Twitter

At Caxton, every story is written by humans. We use AI only to perform quality checks - never to generate the news. Happy reading!

August 23, 2019

Danielle Greaves 1 minute read

Sihle Ntenjwa

A journalist at Caxton Local Media, contributing to Estcourt and Midlands News. Passionate and dedicated to his craft, Sihle has quickly made a name for himself since arriving in Estcourt in late 2023. His commitment to storytelling and community journalism has earned him recognition for keeping readers informed with compelling and accurate local news