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The Sanlam WOW Spelling Festival is a gathering and a celebration where language pride is cultivated, self-confidence is built, and joy bubbles over! More than 500 learners from 303 schools across eight provinces participated in the national finals of Words Open Worlds\u2019 (WOW) spelling festival at Stellenbosch University this weekend. Browse through the gallery for a glimpse into the sparkling moments that will stay with these young learners, their educators, parents, and of course the WOW team, for a long time.<\/p>\n\n

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The Sanlam WOW Spelling Festival is a gathering and a celebration where language pride is cultivated, self-confidence is built, and joy bubbles over! More than 500 learners from 303 schools across eight provinces participated in the national finals of Words Open Worlds\u2019 (WOW) spelling festival at Stellenbosch University this weekend. 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