The Mobile Science Lab initiative was developed by PPC in collaboration with DieBold Nixdorf to support budding scientists in underprivileged areas, providing them with the tools to develop their skills.
The lab incorporates both technology and the science equipment needed to conduct experiments covered in the high school science syllabus.
PPC CSI manager Kabira Akoob said the science materials, 24 tablets, two laptops, surround sound speakers, cameras and projector, as well 650 gigs of data, two printers and E-Beam convertor, totalled about R500,000.
"There are 17 underprivileged schools across the country where the initiative is being rolled out," Akoob said.
"All of these schools were vetted and chosen according to our marketing department as to where we [PPC] have a big footprint.
"However, we intend to create a lasting impact on the schools hence we also do psychometric tests on Grade 9s at the school to help with subject choices, as well as tests on Grade 11 pupils to assist them in choosing careers.
"We subsequently keep tabs on the Grade 11 pupils, and if we find potential in a pupil we provide R130,000 annual bursary to fund their tertiary education.
"It is a big boost to any child from an underprivileged environment to aid them in their success."
Molly Blackburn High School Grade 11 pupil Luwando Sita, 17, said: "This donation of computers and science equipment will help us gain an advantage and not be left behind because of our backgrounds.
"I am very excited to work on the tablets. It will be the first time we will be working on schoolwork with this type of technology and it will help us adapt to the new technology."
Source: Herald
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