Tributes pour in for SA’s favourite maths teacher, William Smith

President Cyril Ramaphosa at a presidential Imbizo in Tsakane.
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JOHANNESBURG – Tributes continue to pour in for South Africa’s favourite maths teacher, William Smith.
Smith died in Perth, Australia, from advanced cancer.
He reached many young people in the 90s through his televised Maths and Science lessons.
Smith was voted one of the top three presenters on South African television in 1998.
He also appeared with the late Jeremy Mansfield in the popular TV quiz show, A Word or 2.
Smith was a renowned conservationist and owned the Featherbed Nature Reserve in Knysna.
His family says he faced his final moments with grace, expressing contentment with his accomplishments.
President mourns passing of maths and science education innovator William Smith.https://t.co/Cim6l0ZKUu
— The Presidency 🇿🇦 (@PresidencyZA) August 21, 2024
RIP William Smith, South African legend 🇿🇦When KTV wasn’t on, I used to watch this guy teach Algebra even though I had no idea what was going on. pic.twitter.com/HijzPR4ASt
— The Kiffness (@TheKiffness) August 21, 2024
We extend our condolences to South Africa’s favourite teacher, William Smith. He has died aged 85 after a short battle with cancer. #RIPWilliamSmith pic.twitter.com/lXmQ9wp97h
— South African Government (@GovernmentZA) August 21, 2024
To the nation’s Maths Teacher. Rest in peace Mr #WilliamSmith 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/TQv8kgtG0p
— Silindelo Masikane (@Sli_Masikane) August 21, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of William Smith. He made such a difference for Maths and Science learners far and wide. William will also be fondly remembered for promoting tourism in Knysna along with his wife Jenny. From the Brand of Knysna to Featherbed and the ferries,… pic.twitter.com/HMZJJmUImY
— Premier Alan Winde (@alanwinde) August 21, 2024