Vuma Connects 1,000 Schools To Fibre, Unlocking Digital Access For Learners Across SA

Vuma, a Maziv company, has reached a significant national milestone, connecting 1,000 schools across South Africa to fibre, unlocking digital resources and new opportunities for teaching and learning.

The milestone was marked today at Molamo Primary School in Limpopo, where government leaders, educators and industry stakeholders gathered to reflect on the role connectivity is playing in shaping the future of education in South Africa.

This initiative represents one of the most meaningful private-sector contributions to school connectivity in the country. By connecting schools to fibre, it’s helping unlock access to digital tools, information and platforms that were previously out of reach for many learners and educators. It also forms part of Maziv’s broader commitment to expanding digital infrastructure and enabling more inclusive online access across South Africa.

Speaking at the event, Dietlof Mare, Group CEO of Maziv, said: “Reaching 1,000 connected schools isn’t just a major step for Maziv and Vuma – it’s a landmark moment for South Africa.

“Digital access changes what’s possible. By connecting schools, we’re helping give learners and educators the tools, information and opportunities they need to learn, grow and participate in a digital world.”

“Access to connectivity is no longer a luxury. It’s an absolute necessity for education, economic participation and social inclusion,” said Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi, who delivered the keynote address, highlighting the importance of public-private collaboration in bridging the digital divide.

“What we see here today shows what can be achieved when government and the private sector work together to expand access and unlock opportunity for more South Africans.” He added.

The programme included engagements with school leadership and educators, as well as a tour of the school’s facilities, offering a closer look at how broadband infrastructure is supporting access to digital platforms and resources.

As South Africa continues to prioritise digital transformation, initiatives like this highlight the critical role infrastructure plays in enabling education and long-term economic opportunity.

“This achievement is just the beginning. Our focus now is on continuing to expand our reach and deepen our impact, so that more schools, more educators and more learners can benefit from the opportunities that connectivity makes possible,” Mare added.