Developing the Potential of the Gifted Disadvantaged in South Africa

Abstract

In dealing with this topic I will draw from my personal experience as a former disadvantaged gifted South African from the underdeveloped rural area in KwaZulu-Natal. I will commence my argument by stating that every child born in this world has some kind of gift which, if well developed, can benefit the community, the nation or even the world in general. However, I painfully but willingly accept that not everyone is mathematically gifted. Subsequently I will proceed to suggest things that can be done in order to help the gifted disadvantaged South Africans. This assistance will include motivation, career guidance, and different kinds of specialised intervention programs. Having pointed out all these factors, I will conclude by appealing to all concerned to help in the process of developing the potential of the gifted disadvantaged in South Africa.