Orange expands digital CSR
Orange Botswana, through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm, the Orange Foundation, continues to drive digital inclusion by extending their Digital Schools Programme to Mafitlhakgosi Primary School.
The digital kit includes a ViewSonic Interactive smart board, 25 tablets and one Raspberry server loaded with Primary School syllabus. The donation marks their 74th digital school kits donation to date.
Minister of Transport and Communications, Thulaganyo Segokgo said it is crucial to empower young Batswana at an early stage, to ensure they grow up to actively be part of this digitally inclusive society. “Digital technology will enable inclusive development, support job creation, and make relevant impact to the lives of everyday Batswana.”
He emphasised that Government has prioritized the digital agenda on a national scale and devised a digital transformation strategy to push the country’s growth in digital technology use, education, and access. “It is critical to ensure that Botswana is strategic and devoted to her aspirations of creating a knowledge-based economy with production systems based on intellectual property. The use and accessibility of digital technology is no longer optional for our society’s productivity; technology is an enabler and vital to the future.”
Orange Botswana CEO, Néné Maïga said Orange Botswana Digital School Program specifically targets Primary School students in rural areas, builds a lasting and sustainable foundation of a knowledge-based economy as envisaged in the 2036 national strategy. “We stand on the threshold of a new age, where information is at our fingertips and the ability to navigate digital landscapes is paramount, it is our responsibility to equip young minds with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive.”
These skills are not only essential for academic success but are also the building blocks of the future workforce, where adaptability and digital fluency are prized assets. The Orange Digital School Programme is one of the initiatives embedded in our digital inclusion strategy.”
Orange Botswana Director, Legal and Corporate Affairs Manager, Lepata Mafa-Nthomola said digital education goes beyond merely teaching how to operate electronic devices but involves preparing students for a world that is progressively interconnected and heavily reliant on technology. “In this era where information is readily accessible and the proficiency to navigate digital environments is of utmost importance, it is our duty to empower young individuals with the expertise and wisdom required for their success.”