MTN SA has extended the MTN Schools Connectivity multimedia centre project to six rural schools in Limpopo Province.
The six schools are Ngoanamala High School, Ngwaabe High School, Nwanallela High School, Leahathoko High School, Molamo Primary School and Nkeketlhalwa Primary School.
Government officials, including Limpopo premier Sello Moloto and provincial MEC for education Aaron Motswaledi, attended the handover ceremony, which took place at Lephadimishe Senior Secondary School on Saturday.
The MTN Schools Connectivity Programme forms part of the MTN Foundation`s Education Portfolio for helping less developed communities to bridge the digital divide. To date, 138 multimedia centres have been established in schools since July 2002.
David Kgopa, principal of Ngoanamala High School in the Sekhukhune district, said his school is situated in one of the province`s most remote areas, and has difficulty getting the facilities that are available to schools in urban areas.
"The donation has gone a long way in helping our school to be part of the global village," he said.
The multimedia centres are equipped with 10 computers, a server preloaded with learner content, a multifunctional copier, scanner, fax machine, television set, video recorder and a GPRS modem which uses the MTN network to provide Internet access.
"MTN`s involvement in the Schools Connectivity Programme will not only enhance SA`s commitment to bridging the digital divide, but will go very far in building informed communities and promoting IT awareness," said Maanda Manyatshe, MD of MTN SA.
Microsoft South Africa will supply software and training for the teachers while Johnnic Learning will provide the learning content.
The Schools Connectivity Programme has made a phenomenal contribution towards improving techniques for teaching science and mathematics, said Manyatshe.
MTN SA has also built a base station in Dipichi village in Mogalakwena local municipality, to help the community to get connected to the MTN network.
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