Sponsors
Standard Bank is a leading Africa-focused financial services organisation. For over 160 years, we’ve been a catalyst for growth across Africa. We provide simple, effective financial solutions that empower individuals and businesses to thrive, helping to build a brighter future for all. We’re committed to developing platforms to engage with and support communities and businesses wherever we operate, building our brand through relevant and meaningful sponsorships. We’re more than just a bank. We look beyond the financial outcome to create more value socially, economically and environmentally.
GivetoGrow is a South African crowdfunding platform owned and operated by pfireDigital 2 designed to help individuals and organisations raise funds for educational, community, and social causes.
The beginning of GEMS was a historic moment when in 2002, the Cabinet approved a framework policy on a restricted (closed) medical scheme for further development by an interdepartmental working group (departments of Public Service and Administration, National Treasury, Health, Education, Correctional Services and SAPS). GEMS was registered on 1 January 2005 specifically to meet the healthcare needs of government employees. We offer six excellent healthcare benefit options. Our goal is to help public service employees and their families to get the best possible healthcare at the most affordable rate. The implementation of GEMS also supports the work performed by the Department of Health on National Health Insurance and the establishment of the Risk Equalisation Fund.
The Tiger Brands Foundation (TBF) is a South African non-profit organisation focused on improving nutrition and supporting the wellbeing of learners in vulnerable and non-fee-paying schools. Established through a trust deed in 2009, the Foundation’s core programme provides an in-school breakfast to complement the Department of Basic Education’s National School Nutrition Programme. Its work also includes economic and nutrition literacy, school leadership development, community wellbeing, and sustainable livelihoods, delivered through partnerships with schools, government departments, communities, and other stakeholders.
At Kagiso Trust, our mission is to ignite self-belief and restore dignity through innovative, self-sustaining development programmes that combine community upliftment, skills training, and business support. We aim to drive meaningful socio-economic transformation from the bottom up. Our commitment is to help communities unlock their full potential, creating a more equitable and prosperous society where people can thrive.
Santam is a South African general insurer that provides insurance and risk management solutions to individuals and businesses. Founded in 1918 and headquartered in Cape Town, Santam is a listed company on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is a subsidiary of Sanlam. The company focuses on understanding and managing evolving risks and has initiatives focused on building resilience, including its Partnership for Risk and Resilience programme, which supports proactive risk management, early warning systems, preparedness, and disaster management capabilities in vulnerable communities.
Snapplify is an education technology company that provides digital learning solutions for schools, higher education institutions, governments, educators, and learners. Established in South Africa in 2012, Snapplify provides access to digital educational content, including e-books, textbooks, study guides, and other learning resources, through its digital platforms. Its solutions support digital libraries, teaching and learning, content management, and access to educational resources across Africa and beyond. Snapplify’s education platform is used by thousands of schools and institutions worldwide and is endorsed by UNESCO.
Canva for Education is a 100% free visual communications platform designed for K–12 educators, students, and school districts. It provides access to premium design and multimedia features, including millions of images, fonts, graphics, videos, audio tracks, and curriculum-mapped templates. Educators and students can create and collaborate on presentations, lesson plans, worksheets, videos, digital whiteboards, websites, and other learning resources, with integrations for platforms including Google Classroom, Canvas, Blackboard, Schoology, and Microsoft Teams. Canva for Education also supports real-time collaboration and is designed with school-focused safety and data-handling requirements, including FERPA, COPPA, and GDPR compliance.
Maskew Miller Learning is a proudly South African educational publisher with a heritage spanning more than 130 years. Committed to empowering learners, educators, and school leaders, the company provides high-quality, curriculum-aligned learning and teaching resources across all phases of education. With a deep understanding of the local education landscape, Maskew Miller Learning supports lifelong learning and academic success through innovative print and digital solutions.
Santam is South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, with over a century of experience providing individuals, businesses, and institutions with trusted insurance solutions. With a strong focus on risk management and resilience, Santam is dedicated to supporting the education sector by helping schools and leadership teams navigate an increasingly complex risk landscape. Through its partnerships and social investment initiatives, Santam works to create safer, more secure learning environments.
Canva for Education is a free, all-in-one visual communication platform designed to empower teachers and students to learn and create together. With easy-to-use tools and thousands of curriculum-aligned templates, Canva helps educators enhance classroom engagement, encourage creativity, and build digital skills. Committed to supporting transformative learning experiences, Canva for Education is trusted by millions of teachers and learners worldwide.
EdShed is a comprehensive digital literacy programme designed to strengthen phonics and spelling skills in learners from Grades R to 6. Fully aligned with the CAPS curriculum, it offers structured lesson plans, interactive online games, printable worksheets and assessment tools to support effective literacy instruction in both Foundation and Intermediate Phases. Used by schools across South Africa, EdShed equips teachers with practical, data-driven resources to monitor progress, close learning gaps and boost literacy outcomes, whether in the classroom, at home or through targeted interventions.
Kagiso Trust is a leading South African development agency established in 1985, committed to igniting human capacity through sustainable, bottom-up socio-economic transformation. As a self-funded institution, the Trust supports education development, institutional strengthening, and entrepreneurship in underserved communities, backed by a long-term mission to promote equity and inclusion. Through strategic partnerships and innovative, scalable programmes, Kagiso Trust continues to empower individuals and communities to drive meaningful, lasting change.
KST, or the Kagiso Shanduka Trust, is a partnership between the Kagiso Trust and the Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation to implement a district-wide, whole-school development program in South Africa. The Kagiso Trust, a non-profit organisation itself, collaborated with the Foundation to create KST in 2013 as a joint venture to spearhead integrated educational transformation by addressing challenges in infrastructure, leadership, curriculum, and social issues within schools.
SMD Technologies partners with over 35 trusted global brands to deliver a full spectrum of technology and learning solutions for schools. From Creality 3D printers and TP-Link connectivity, to laptops and accessories from brands such as Volkano, Sony, and Logitech, they equip classrooms with reliable tools that drive innovation. Their offering extends to energy solutions from Switched and Ellies, Sharp calculators to support mathematics learning, and Edu-matic STEAM resources that foster creativity and problem-solving. With SMD Technologies, schools gain a single, trusted partner for quality, reliability, and innovation in education.
Eduvos is one of South Africa’s largest and fastest-growing private higher education institutions, with a proud legacy dating back to 1979. With 12 campuses nationwide and more than 21,000 students, Eduvos offers over 20 accredited and internationally recognised qualifications across five faculties: Applied Science, Commerce, Humanities, IT, and Law. Its hybrid learning model and focus on work-integrated learning ensure that graduates leave with both academic excellence and real-world readiness. Eduvos’ programmes are accredited by national bodies and benchmarked internationally through the British Accreditation Council (BAC). For three consecutive years, PMR.africa has recognised Eduvos as South Africa’s best private higher education provider.
The Boardwalk Hotel and International Convention Centre in Gqeberha is a premier beachfront destination offering luxury accommodation, world-class conferencing, and a range of entertainment options. Overlooking the Indian Ocean, the hotel features elegant, sea-facing rooms and easy access to the city’s top attractions. The state-of-the-art convention centre includes 3,000 square metres of flexible event space, accommodating up to 1,700 delegates for conferences, exhibitions, and special events. This iconic venue will host the SAPA 2025 National Conference, providing an exceptional setting for delegates from across the country.
Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).
ISAM360: Supporting Schools, Unlocking Futures
ISAM360 is dedicated to helping schools open global doors for their learners. Already trusted by more than 100 schools across South Africa, the program provides structured guidance, proven support, and access to international scholarships across academics, sport, and the arts. What makes ISAM360 unique is that it’s designed for schools — not just individual families. By registering, bursars and heads gain access to a clear, step-by-step process that helps students secure scholarships they may never have known existed, while schools themselves benefit from yearly funding support. This funding comes with no restrictions on how it’s used, offering schools added flexibility while creating life-changing opportunities for learners from all backgrounds. Give your students the chance to take their education further, and help your school benefit in the process.
Telkom is South Africa’s leading technology and information services provider. Standing out in a world that is totally dependent on high-quality, lightning-fast, reliable connectivity, our mission is to connect South Africa’s people to a better life and businesses to more opportunities for growth and success. We will be there as you stay in touch with your loved ones, support our children to stay ahead in the education game or as you grow your business. We will be there when you are looking for the best-value connectivity partner – for home, business, learning and play. We seamlessly connect South Africa to a better life. Telkom. Possible begins here.
idna is a specialist experience and event agency that designs moments that move people — emotionally, cognitively, and behaviourally. Rooted in neuropsychology and the science of human connection, the agency crafts high-impact, human-first experiences that go beyond logistics, creating emotional resonance and measurable outcomes. With expertise in association brand building, event and conference production, and creative solutions, idna connects organisations with their audiences in memorable, meaningful ways. Proudly South African, with a presence in the UK and Australia, the agency brings ideas to life with a distinctive flair, delivering immersive experiences that leave a lasting impact.
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