Oppo celebrates Mandela Day 2022 with refurbished computer lab at KwaBhekilanga
KwaBhekilanga Secondary School in the Far East Bank of Alexandra has had its computer laboratory spring-cleaned by Oppo in partnership with Community Chest who, together delivered state-of-the-art computer and laptop smart devices to the school to enhance the digital skills of the learners at the school.
Chinese global smart device brand Oppo South Africa partnered with community development organisation Community Chest to celebrate Mandela Day with the unveiling of a fully-equipped computer laboratory at KwaBhekilanga Secondary School in Alexandra.
The lab, fitted with high-level technology including computers and laptops, will allow learners the opportunity to immerse themselves in the digital world and acquire new skills that can be used for a lifelong career.
“With digitalisation rapidly impacting the world of work, it is imperative that we create affordable access to tech-learning opportunities within the foundational phase of school education. By upskilling our youth in technology, they are future-proofing their careers, while we endeavour to close the growing digital divide,” head of marketing for Oppo South Africa Avashnee Moodley said at the handover of the refurbished lab.
He said the local digital divide continued to limit access to affordable, stable internet connections and impacted the growth of the country’s human capital. “We have remained committed to bridging this gap, by offering a variety of tiered, affordable smartphones enabled with 5G technology and world-class operating systems while Community Chest introduced strength in numbers to leverage the network of Oppo to local schools in need.”
Moodley said the refurbishment of the lab would allow for more than 1 500 learners to learn, play and explore various technologies weekly. “Learners will be guided by teachers as new programmes are being implemented to ensure greater levels of computer competency and ICT skills development which is targeted towards strengthening the digital literacy skills among learners, who are our future leaders.”
Eltena Rethman of the marketing and communication department at Community Chest said, ”Education is close to our hearts and with the changing trends related to the digital economy and technology being at the forefront of education, Community Chest partnered with Oppo South Africa to deliver this investment which will enhance the lives of the beneficiaries.”
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