Driven by technology and a focus to connect all to the Digital World.
About Us
Siyafunda Community Technology Centre was established in 2006 in response to the growing gap in ICT skills within many underserved and marginalized communities. At the time, there was limited awareness of the emerging career opportunities driven by technology, resulting in economic stagnation and low community morale.
Our Mission
To provides information through our community knowledge centres, where people can access computers, the internet, and other digital technologies that enable them to gather information, create, learn, and communicate with others while they develop essential digital skills.
Our Vision
Empower, Educate, Econnect, Communities
Impact Areas
Social Impact
- Community development: Promoting local economic growth and social cohesion through ICT and 4IR-enabled initiatives.
- Education and skills development: Enhancing educational opportunities and job readiness by providing comprehensive training in ICT, 4IR, and business skills, including programming, data analytics, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital marketing, entrepreneurship.
- Health and well-being: Improving access to healthcare services and promoting healthy lifestyles through digital tools and applications.
Governance and Policy
- Digital inclusion policy: Advocating for policies that promote digital equity and accessibility, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunities to benefit from technology.
- Public-private partnerships: Fostering collaborations between government, businesses, and civil society to develop and implement ICT, 4IR, and business training solutions.
- Capacity building: Strengthening the capacity of government and civil society organizations to address digital challenges and leverage technology for development.
Technology & Innovation
- Digital infrastructure: Building and expanding digital infrastructure, such as broadband networks and community internet centres, to ensure equitable access to technology.
- Digital entrepreneurship: Supporting the development of digital startups and businesses, providing mentorship, funding, and access to markets.
- Innovation and research: Fostering innovation and research in ICT, 4IR technologies, and business practices to drive economic growth and social development
Overview
In collaboration with its community partners, we have impacted over 1 000 000 individuals since 2006