Adopt-a-School held its first ever international fundraiser in London on 3 October. The event was held at the Marriott, Grosvenor Square and attended by 280 guests from top UK and multinational companies. Merrill Lynch South Africa sponsored this exciting event and we were privileged to have had the opportunity to share our work with an international audience. The event raised in excess of R 5 million for disadvantaged schools in South Africa. This significant contribution will have a lasting impact on the sustainability of the Foundation and will allow it to touch the lives of many more learners, ensuring that they receive quality education and the opportunities that arise from such schooling.
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30 Years of Democracy: A Transformative Journey for Education in South Africa
As South Africa celebrates three decades of democracy, the nation stands at a pivotal juncture, reflecting on the profound changes and progress made since the end of apartheid in 1994. Education, a cornerstone of society’s development, has undergone significant transformation during this period. The Adopt-a-School Foundation has been at the forefront of this advancement, playing