For 17 years, the Telkom Foundation has been making connections with and for ordinary South Africans around the country through education projects that turn classrooms into interactive experiences for pupils and teachers alike; social development initiatives that contribute to the sustainability of welfare organisations benefiting thousands of needy citizens and volunteering opportunities that allow employees to focus meaningful energy on causes close to their hearts.

Vision

Sustainable improvements in education, health and social welfare in South Africa through Telkom’s resources and ICT capabilities

Mission

  • Drive ICT integration in schools administration and STEM teaching and learning through a connected school ecosystem
  • Deliver improvements in STEM education through technology enhanced learner and teacher support initiatives
  • Improve access to health and social welfare support by building ICT capabilities of NGOs to enhance delivery
  • Facilitate Telkom employees’ contribution to community development and support to Foundation’s objectives through volunteering

Goals

Education

Achieving significant improvements in SA STEM education and ICT integration through leveraging Telkom’s resources and ICT capabilities

Social Development

Facilitating improved quality and access to health and social welfare through Telkom’s resources and ICT capabilities

Employee Volunteering

Leveraging Telkom’s human resources to contribute to community development and support the Foundation’s objectives