South Africa

We build pathways for 12 million young people to find meaningful employment by improving education, preparing students for careers, and equipping youth with work skills.

Our Current Investment

Active Projects

$0 Million

Active Commitments

Our Focus Areas

Creating Effective Schools & Classrooms

We drive success for students by developing and scaling top-performing schools to improve student learning.

Additionally, our work with Data Driven Districts (DDD) impacts 12 million students and equips educators with real-time insights, helping them make data-driven decisions that improve student outcomes.

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Three boys smile while completing schoolwork in a classroom at Sedibeng Primary School in Thembisa, Johannesburg, South Africa.

Advancing Student Success Beyond University

Through the Dell Young Leaders program, 85% of our students graduate and of those, we ensure that 98% secure a job or pursue further studies within three months of graduation—equipping them to build successful, meaningful careers.

With employment as the ultimate goal, we offer personalized guidance, resources, and development to ensure students are prepared for the workforce, setting them up for a prosperous future and long-term success.

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Opening Doors to Youth Employment

We work with partners to provide a full range of support—from assessments and training to linking youth with career opportunities.

With no one-size-fits-all solution, we pursue multiple pathways to tackle complex issues in unemployment. Our goal is to ensure young people are equipped with the tools they need for career entry and success.

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Sikelela Scholars

University can be challenging, and having someone to connect students to the right resources is key.

With support from university staff, Sikelela Scholars get help with exams, stress management, and finding the right advisors in their field of study.

Impact

530 University Graduates Annually

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Data Driven Districts

Understanding national educational capacity and providing high-quality, actionable data to local educators are vital to overcoming persistent barriers to student success.

Our partnership in South Africa focuses on equipping educators with data-driven tools to personalize student support and enhance learning outcomes across schools.

Impact

11.7 Million Students Annually

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Ideas in Action

Explore perspectives on the work we do and ways to make an even greater impact together.

Grants

Our South Africa funding advances projects making an impact in education and family economic stability.

Investments

We invest in mission-driven companies to develop innovative products and tools that drive measurable social progress.