We are not alone in Math battle with students

I have been trying to get some views from other countries and realized that we are not alone in this battle. US has serious issues ranging from learner discipline at school and no help at home, sounds South African, for sure. As a result I came across some initiatives from the link below:
http://www.idra.org/Services/Math_Smart!_Secondary_Training/

Just to refer to what they aim to achieve among other things is:

• Implementing the five dimensions of mathematical proficiency in a standards-based curriculum.
• Using cognitively guided instruction: Questioning techniques, teacher strategies, and building the classroom environment.
• Ongoing assessments of instructional efforts.
• Differentiating instruction in the mathematics classroom.
• Developing literacy skills (writing, reading, and building language in mathematics).
• Implementing cognitively challenging standards aligned strategies for student success in math.
• Supporting teachers through mentoring and coaching strategies.

I really found the above quite informative and would like to get some comments from whoever is willing to change math perspective in Southern Africa.

I am sure We can!