The GautengOnline (GoL) Schools Programme is a provincial government initiative to construct a province-wide schools computer network by installing a computer facility in every public school.
To date, 1 557 schools have been equipped with standardised GoL Laboratories, which formed part of phase one - implementation of the project. The remaining 630 schools that are part of the second phase of the project will be completed through the alternative design of the Computer on Wheels (CoW) solution.
Therefore, it is important to emphasise that the rollout of the GoL Programme is progressing as planned; and with the recent approval to implement the CoW solution, both the Gauteng Department of Finance and Gauteng Department of Education are confident the project will be completed by the set timelines.
Both departments continue to have weekly project committee meetings, which were established to set governance structures in place to allow all stakeholders to engage on project operational matters. This was done to enhance efficiencies in the implementation of the project. At the most recent meeting, parties were represented and made aware of the significant progress that has been achieved in implementing this project.
The GoL Programme is one of the Gauteng provincial government's flagship information and communications technology projects. It was designed not only to provide computer literacy, but also to support the implementation of one of the key strategic outcomes of the province - the delivery of "Quality Basic Education". The project does this by creating a sustainable e-learning environment in public schools where learners can maximise their potential.
Statistics indicate that GoL is operational in 1 557 schools in the province. Also, more than 700 000 learners and 38 000 educators use the network every day.
For media releases, speeches and news, visit the Gauteng provincial government's portal at www.gautengonline.gov.za.
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