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Results vs Development: A perspective on the 2025 NSC exams diagnostic Report

One of the key causes of a lack in quality in results, is down to the strain in resources forcing teachers to adapt to more practicable methods at the peril of learners having a quality education. At Chelo, we believe true development is quality driven, and with valor, we accept the challenge to be a national leader in developing education such that teachers do not encounter moral dilemma issues due to resources.

Tau de tauApril 23, 2026

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SAB foundation & Chelo - Innovation meets Education

"With the assistance from SAB Foundation funding, we are able to invite more donors and organisations to enhance infrastructure and improve learning outcomes." — Maker Khalo, Founder of Chelo.

April 21, 20261 min

United with the Matriarchs - A partnership for the ages

"This partnership transforms school development into a vehicle for economic justice, positioning women not as beneficiaries - but as drivers of value and growth." Galetlolwe Semenya C.E.O. Matriarch Professional Association

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April 17, 20261 min

The BELA act after 7 months

Today Marks the 7th Month since the BELA act was signed into law. While it makes education more inclusive, it has led to a bigger strain on the current resources allocated to schools in the country.

April 13, 20261 min

From Grassroots to Being Seed Funded - the TIA Adventure

Along the road Chelo has come across challenges it had to overcome; from navigating regulatory requirements, to having limited resources and losing some traction . Nonetheless, today, we are positioned as a technology-driven platform for school development, with a growing number of onboarded schools having active fundraising campaigns supported by partnerships with corporates, donors and institutions

April 11, 20261 min

Unlocking All Potential

"It is heartening to see Chelo is stepping up to address the specific funding gaps in South African schools. As a former educator, I know that having the right resources truly transforms a learners daily experience. Chelo provides project-based support and serves as a bridge connecting schools with corporate partners. This collaboration facilitates targeted funding structures to address school needs and ensure proper implementation, monitoring, and transparency throughout the project." — P. Mabelane

April 3, 20261 min

We do it for the Youth

"Chelo is a life saver for Schools and if SGB can participate in their projects we will see a very progressive education system in our country." - Mr S. Marokhu, Universal association of School governing bodies.

March 30, 20261 min

A Numbers Story

Another chapter in a much bigger story. Across the country, there are thousands of early child development centers and communities ready for transformation.

March 27, 20261 min

Chelo Blog #2 - We have arrived

"It was the coming together of what I envisioned. As a moment not only did this serve the school and Bolt, But it was thumps up for Chelo-we arrived." Maker

March 25, 20261 min

Chelo Blog #1 — Inspiring Tomorrow, Today

A New Chapter for Education Begins South Africa’s education system carries immense potential but it also carries deep inequality and issues of resource scarcity. Schools across all districts and areas face overcrowded classrooms, dilapidated physical infrastructure, and limited access to digital resources. Despite the challenges that exist, educators and learners are doing their best with little to no resources Yet behind every school is a community that cares—and behind every learner is a dream waiting to be funded. This is where Chelo steps in.

January 26, 20261 min

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