Samsung has revealed the top 10 schools progressing to the finals of the 2025 Solve For Tomorrow (SFT) competition, a programme designed to inspire Learners to use Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) to tackle real-world challenges.
This year’s Top 10 schools were selected following the successful completion of the Design Thinking Workshops. These workshops equipped both Learners and educators from the 2025 Top 20 Finalist Schools with the tools needed to prepare for the critical prototype development phase. In this next phase, the Top 10 schools will receive resources and support to create physical prototypes, which will be presented to a panel of judges during the final evaluation.
The Solve for Tomorrow competition hosted by Samsung, is a flagship initiative in South Africa aimed at enhancing STEM education and fostering innovation among young people. It empowers Grade 10 and 11 learners from underserved communities to develop solutions to real-world problems using STEM skills. This year’s theme: “Infrastructure and Safety”; challenges learners to tackle pressing issues in their schools and respective communities.
The competition encourages creative problem-solving, teamwork and the application of 21st-century skills such as critical thinking and collaboration. By addressing local challenges, it not only equips learners with valuable skills but also promotes community-driven solutions and contributes to South Africa’s advancement of STEM. Participants have expressed how the programme has boosted their confidence, fostered teamwork, and created lasting friendships. The competition has instilled a sense of social responsibility in learners, empowering them to make a positive impact in their communities.
Bongi Sikelo 