Tanzania, March 15 -- Dar es Salaam. Experts have warned of a crisis in schools for mathematics, fearing that dwindling enthusiasm for the subject could hinder students from opting for it in their higher levels of education.

Yet, amidst the concerns, hope emerges from the innovative approaches championed by institutions like Aga Khan University's Institute of Education Development (AKU-IED), East Africa.

The traditional methods of teaching mathematics, often perceived as dull and punitive, are being challenged by a wave of innovation spearheaded by AKU-IED in Tanzania.

The institution has recognised the urgency of the situation and is actively shaping the narrative to inspire a generation of mathematicians.

At a recent celebration mar...