Al Baraka Bank Allocates R35 000 for Laptops to Support Matric Learners in Achieving Long-Term Educational Success

Al Baraka Bank has once again extended meaningful support to a severely under-resourced high school on KwaZulu-Natal’s lower south coast, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to improving access to quality education for rural learners.

As part of its Legacy Corporate Social Responsibility Programme, Al Baraka Bank has supported Sinevuso Secondary School for the past 12 years, following the school’s adoption in 2014 during the bank’s 25th anniversary celebrations. This sustained partnership has focused on enhancing educational outcomes through consistent financial investment and the provision of essential learning resources.

In 2025, the bank allocated R35 000 towards laptops for the school’s top three matriculants, each equipped with the necessary software to support their tertiary studies. This initiative recognises academic excellence while empowering high-achieving learners with tools that will assist them beyond the classroom.

In addition, Al Baraka Bank invested approximately R30 000 in scientific calculators, which were made available on a loan basis to matric learners, ensuring broader access to essential examination tools. Learners also received stationery packs to support their preparation for final examinations.

Commenting on the impact of the long-standing partnership, Al Baraka Bank’s Interim Sustainability and Social Responsibility Officer, Richelle Nadarajan, highlighted the importance of sustained educational support.

“Education lays the foundation for lifelong opportunity, yet many learners in rural areas continue to face systemic challenges that limit access to quality teaching, adequate resources, and supportive learning environments,” said Nadarajan.

“At Al Baraka Bank, we believe that every learner deserves an equal opportunity to succeed, irrespective of their circumstances. Our ongoing support at Sinevuso Secondary School reflects our commitment to providing learners with the resources they need to reach their full potential and build brighter futures for themselves and their families.”

One matric learner expressed heartfelt appreciation to the bank for its continued investment and long-term partnership with the school, while encouraging the class of 2026 to remain disciplined, focused, and committed to their academic goals.

Since the implementation of Al Baraka Bank’s intervention programme, the school has recorded steadily improving matric pass rates. Through additional academic support initiatives, subject-focused tutoring, and access to comprehensive study materials, learners have been better prepared to approach their final examinations with confidence.

Al Baraka Bank’s investment in education reflects a universal belief that knowledge empowers individuals and communities. By equipping learners with the tools to succeed, the bank fosters curiosity, discipline, and lifelong learning, inspiring young people to reach their full potential.