The Telkom Foundation transforms South African education through ICT integration. By providing advanced resources and supporting programs for students and teachers, it fosters academic success. Initiatives like the Future Fit program and partnerships with Kutlwanong and SchoolNet empower the next generation, equipping them for a tech-driven future.
Busisiwe Nhlapo, Learner at Tiisetsang High School (30 Sec)
After joining Kutlwanong, Busisiwe’s math grades soared from 50% to 90%. She now dreams of being one of the top 50 learners next year. The program’s support transformed her academic performance and instilled a newfound confidence in her abilities.
Nathi Kunene, Senior Manager: Corporate Social Investment at Telkom Foundation (60 Sec)
Nathi believes in equipping young people with future-fit skills. Through partnerships like Kutlwanong, the Foundation improves math and science results. Nathi feels proud to be part of a solution that ensures a bright future for South Africa. With various partners, in various communities, Telkom Foundation joins hands with the other millions of people that are making a difference in the country.
Makanke Ndaba, CAT Teacher at Kgola-Thuto Secondary School (60 Sec)
Mr. Ndaba feels like a parent to his students. He teaches computer applications technology in the ICT lab provided by the Telkom Foundation. The lab’s resources make lessons interactive and relevant, inspiring students to see new possibilities.
Keanetse Mokoena, Learner at Tiisetsang High School (60 Sec)
The Future Fit program inspired Keanetse, who initially dreamed of becoming a neurosurgeon, to pursue IT. Learning web development and app creation sparked a passion for technology. Keanetse’s academic comeback, following her father’s death, made her mother proud of her resilience and success.
Omashani Naidoo, Executive Director of SchoolNet (30 Sec)
Omashani has partnered with the Telkom Foundation since the early 2000s. SchoolNet’s programs train teachers to integrate ICT into their lessons effectively. This partnership enhances teaching methods and improves student engagement and learning outcomes.
Allan Mushabe, Founder and CEO of Light Bulb EdTech (30 Sec)
Allan, the founder of Light Bulb, an online learning platform, credits Telkom’s support for reaching more students. The platform provides quality education nationwide, with students’ grades improving in leaps and bounds. This success motivates Allan to continue expanding access to education for all.
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The Telkom Foundation is transforming education in South Africa by integrating advanced information and communication technology (ICT) into schools. At Kgola-Thuto Secondary School, teacher Makanke Ndaba shares how the new ICT lab has become a space of inspiration. Equipped with computers, servers, and smartboards, the lab allows students to engage interactively with lessons, making learning more relevant in the fourth industrial revolution.
The Foundation’s high school support program prepares learners for technology careers, ensuring proficiency in 21st-century skills like web development and data analysis. Students like Karabo Makhina now dream of careers in cybersecurity, thanks to the foundational ICT knowledge gained in the lab.
Beyond technology education, the Telkom Foundation introduced the Mzali app, improving communication between parents and educators. Parent Hilda Makhina appreciates the app’s role in tracking her child Karabo’s achievements, contributing to their impressive academic performance.
The Telkom Light Bulb platform offers free online educational content, significantly improving students’ grades. Through these initiatives, the Telkom Foundation is making a lasting impact, empowering young South Africans to thrive in a digital world.
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