ZERi Africa NPC is a community-driven education and development organisation dedicated to transforming learning outcomes and socio-economic opportunities for children and youth in South Africa’s township and rural communities. Rooted in innovation, collaboration and equity, ZERi Africa works to close the gap between under-resourced and well-resourced communities by delivering holistic, accessible and high-impact educational support.

We believe that every child deserves quality education, nurturing support systems, and opportunities to realise their full potential, regardless of where they are born.

  ZERi Africa believes that intensive, long-term investment in children’s educational and social development, combined with supportive family and community environments, leads to sustainable, generational change. This transformation is only possible when all five core principles of the ZERi Africa model are applied in a coordinated and comprehensive manner.

Core Principles and Change Pathway

1. Community-Based, Comprehensive Engagement

2. Pipeline of Continuous Support

3. Strong Community and Stakeholder Collaboration

4. Continuous Learning and Adaptation

5. Culture of Success

Through integrated, place-based approaches, ZERI Africa works with communities, schools, local government, civil society, and private partners to build capacity, improve outcomes, and strengthen systems.

1. Education & Learning Services

2. Capacity Building & Training

3. Community & Social Development

4. ICT & Digital Inclusion

5. Project Management & Advisory Services

6. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)