Kudakwashe Tiriboyi of Highfield 1 High School scooped the first prize which entailed a certificate and a gold shield while Luke Du Toit of St John’s College won the second prize, a certificate and silver medal.
The third prize, also certificate and silver medal, went to Gerald Kasungesunge of Goromonzi High School. A total of 166 students qualified to make it to the final round but the three boys came out tops.
Old Mutual Managing Director Jonas Mushosho said that the Olympiad was a very important event on the Old Mutual calendar. “Mathematics is a key driver in the development of the country,” said Mushosho. “Through Maths we are able to solve the problems we face in life and it is a respected and accepted measure of performance.”
Guest of Honour at the function Professor David Mtetwa lauded the competition and urged the students to be analytical, systematic, and creative.
