Primedia helps Glenvista Primary School bridge the digital divide

Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi and Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube handed over tablets donated by the Primedia Group to Glenvista Primary School on 31 July 202.

This ceremony was part of a joint effort to improve access to education in a society marked by inequality.

Both ministers highlighted the immense potential of technology in education and emphasised the importance of equipping students with the right tools to succeed in a changing landscape.

Bongumusa Makhathini, Joint CEO of Primedia OOH and Primedia Studios, articulated the importance of collaboration, noting, “Real progress requires a partnership between government and business, aligning policy with purpose. Our journey towards transformation begins in our schools, with our children at the forefront.”

“This occasion is not merely ceremonial; it reflects our collective commitment to dismantling the barriers that have historically limited access to information and technology. Each tablet represents a gateway to knowledge and opportunity for our youth. We are dedicated to ensuring that no child is left behind in this digital age.”

- Bongumusa Makhathini, Joint CEO of Primedia OOH and Primedia Studios

As Glenvista Primary School embarks on this new chapter, the tablets will empower students to explore, learn, and innovate, nurturing their curiosity and confidence.

This initiative not only seeks to bridge the digital divide but also to cultivate pathways to opportunity and dignity for all learners.

The handover ceremony reaffirms the shared commitment to uplifting communities and transforming lives, ensuring that in South Africa, we are building together, and access to opportunity is a fundamental right for every child, rather than a privilege reserved for the few.