Is TypeWhizz Real Or Another Online Scam? Let’s InvestigateAs the Capitec Foundation commemorates its 10th-year anniversary, it is an opportune moment to reflect on its journey, achievements and the partnerships formed along the way.
Capitec is credited with democratising banking and providing access to previously unbanked and underserved populations in South Africa. Then ten years ago, Capitec made a decision to invest in communities. Carl Fischer, one of the founders and now board chairman of the Capitec Foundation, led the introduction of social impact initiatives at Capitec.
Although mathematics education is the Foundation’s primary focus, there is an acknowledgement of the broader challenges faced by learners. As the Capitec Foundation’s Head of Operations, Mischkha Naicker, notes: “We aim to empower these children not only in mathematics but also mentally and emotionally, preparing them for life.”
“Before we bring our mathematics programme into a school, which is quite intensive and requires the co-operation of different role players, we invest in the leadership first. Our Whole School Approach can only be successful when the leadership of a school values the programme and helps to implement it. We believe that investing in one school principal can impact thousands within that school’s community,” Naicker adds.
Supported by the Capitec Foundation, Principal Sbusiso Khanyile participated in Citizen Leader Lab’s renowned school leadership and support programme, Leaders for Education*. This programme has empowered him to significantly shift the school’s culture and bring the Capitec Foundation’s Whole School Approach to fruition.