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Project Isizwe Uncapping Africa: Project Isizwe provides equitable internet access for underserved African communities.
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02/07/2026

Over the past year, Project Isizwe and Seriti coal mine have worked together to bring free WiFi to schools and communities across Mpumalanga, proving that meaningful partnerships can bridge the digital divide.

Yesterday, we celebrated this milestone with the launch of the project and the handover of devices to partner schools, giving learners even greater access to digital learning.

The impact speaks for itself:
Nearly 15,000 unique users connected to free WiFi and R8.3 million saved in data costs for learners, teachers and families.

Together, connectivity, devices and digital learning are creating more opportunities for learners to read, learn and thrive.

Thank you to Seriti coal mine, our government partners, school leaders and communities for making this possible.

50 years later, the fight for education looks different. In 1976, the brave youth of South Africa marched for the right ...
16/06/2026

50 years later, the fight for education looks different.

In 1976, the brave youth of South Africa marched for the right to a fair, equal, and dignified education.

How can they prepare for a digital future if they are left offline?

By providing free, reliable Wifi to schools and communities, we are ensuring that the has the same tools to conquer the future as anyone else.

Let’s honour the legacy of 1976 by connecting the youth of today.

We are hiring! NOC Administrator (Junior–Mid Level)At Project Isizwe, we are committed to bridging the digital divide by...
22/04/2026

We are hiring! NOC Administrator (Junior–Mid Level)

At Project Isizwe, we are committed to bridging the digital divide by delivering free and affordable public WiFi to underserved communities across South Africa.

We are looking for a motivated and hands-on NOC Administrator to join our team in Gauteng. In this role, you will help ensure reliable network performance across schools and community sites that depend on our connectivity every day.

🔧 What You’ll Be Doing
* Monitor network performance and respond to alerts across all sites
* Manage and maintain the network uptime dashboard
* Provide first-line technical support and escalate issues when required
* Perform basic MikroTik troubleshooting and configuration support
* Assist field technicians with remote diagnostics
* Work with network monitoring tools (e.g. Zabbix, The Dude)
* Compile network performance and usage reports
* Support reporting to sponsors on network uptime and performance

📌 What We’re Looking For
* 1–2 years’ experience in IT support, networking, or NOC environments (or strong practical exposure)
* Basic understanding of networking principles (IP addressing, VLANs, wireless, routing)
* Willingness to learn and work with MikroTik systems
* Strong problem-solving and communication skills
* A genuine passion for using technology to create meaningful impact

🌍 Why Join Us
* Work on real-world connectivity projects that directly improve access to education and information
* Gain hands-on ISP and network operations experience
* Grow your technical skills in a supportive, purpose-driven team

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover note to [email protected] with the subject line: NOC Administrator Application

03/02/2026

Schools in Umlazi are now connected with free WiFi, opening doors to digital learning for teachers and learners across the community.

Umgijimi Primary School and KwaMgaga High School are among the schools now benefiting from this initiative.

Thank you to Astron Energy for supporting connectivity that empowers education.

23/01/2026

Last week, we visited Realogile Secondary School in Alexandra, where learners continue to demonstrate resilience despite significant resource constraints, including the daily reality of carrying desks and chairs between classes due to limited infrastructure.

Together with the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Hon. Solly Malatsi, we recognised and celebrated the Top 10 Performing Students - , presenting them with learning devices in acknowledgment of their academic excellence and commitment.

We were also joined by Othabetswe Ranwashe, a former learner of Realogile Secondary School and now a valued member of our team, fulfilling a beautiful mission that begins with his own school.

He shared how access to connectivity played a critical role in improving his academic performance and enabling him to achieve distinctions. He further encouraged current matriculants to remain focused, persevere, and continue striving for excellence despite the challenges they face.

The visit highlighted the critical importance of equitable access to digital tools and connectivity in under-resourced schools, and how such interventions unlock learner potential while supporting long-term educational and digital opportunities.

It is one thing to read about "digital progress" in a report, and another thing entirely to see the impact it has when a...
15/01/2026

It is one thing to read about "digital progress" in a report, and another thing entirely to see the impact it has when a teacher and their students are finally given the tools to thrive.

Unfortunately, for 17,000 schools in South Africa, that door is still closed.

Why does this matter? When a school is connected, "talent" meets "opportunity." It’s about classroom value - moving beyond the admin office and putting the world’s resources directly into the hands of our educators and learners.

Shireen Powell’s latest piece in Daily Maverick takes a hard look at why this gap still exists, and why we cannot afford to wait any longer.

Check out the full article on Maverick: https://lnkd.in/dJ2YnucK

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