Timeline – Old

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Over the past 19 years Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation has had a remarkable impact on the people and communities in which it works. Through dedication, collaboration and a commitment to creating positive change, Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation continues to build on its previous achievements to create the South Africa of our dreams.

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1996

Cyril Ramaphosa starts supporting disadvantaged students with bursaries to attend university.
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1999

Cyril Ramaphosa is contacted by his former primary school, Tshilidzi, to provide a donation of a fax machine.
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2001

Shanduka Group is formed and a 5% shareholding in the group is set aside for two trusts: Fundani, an educational trust, and Mabindu, a small business development trust.
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2002

Adopt-a-School Foundation (AAS) is officially established by a group of concerned individuals including Cyril Ramaphosa and Dr James Motlatsi.
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2004

Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation is formally launched. Adopt-a-School Foundation and the Cyril Ramaphosa Education Trust are an integral part of Shanduka’s CSI programme. Adopt-a-School Foundation (AAS) is officially established by a group of concerned individuals including Cyril Ramaphosa and Dr James Motlatsi.
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2005

Shanduka supports 56 women at Tshiawelo station in their catering and beadwork business (Dzietele).
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2006

Inaugural Annual Report for Adopt-a-School Foundation.
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2007

The first Back to School Party fundraiser is held.
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2008

Adopt-a-School hosts its first Learner Awards ceremony.
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2009

Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation partners with Black Umbrellas and commits R5.2m.
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2010

Adopt-a-School launches an annual Essay and Art competition for its adopted schools.
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2011

Lafarge Education Trust adopts 26 schools in the Mzimela District, KZN.
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2012

Adopt-a-School, with Dr James Motlatsi, adopts three primary schools in Lesotho.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2012″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Adopt-a-School pilots the Back to School for a Day initiative which encourages corporate South Africans to go back to school and spend a day with young learners. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2012″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas signs agreement with the Jobs Fund for the funding of the Durban incubator for three years.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2012″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Adopt-a-School adopts its 139th school. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2012″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation wins 2nd place in the CSI category of the Business Times Top 100 Companies survey. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2012″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Mavis Mahlangu, a first year CRET student, signs a Training Contract with Deloitte for 2016. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2012″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas wins the Companies doing most for Black Economic Empowerment category in the PMR awards.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2012″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas partners with SmartProcurement World to feature in their exhibition and conference as a way of making Black Umbrellas’ SMMEs more accessible to procurement managers.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2012″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas has 266 donors.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2012″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] The Industrial Development Corporation adopts 20 schools through Adopt-a-School. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]

2013

First international fundraiser held in London raises over R5.2 million for AAS.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas reaches 100 clients in incubation.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas launches the Black Pages online enterprise and supplier development portal with 1900 members.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas holds its first regional and national Enterprise Development Awards.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation partners with Kagiso Trust to form the Kagiso Shanduka Trust (KST) which partners with Free State Department of Education to work in 428 schools in the Free State province. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Kagiso Shanduka Trust launches its Empowerment and Transformation retreats in 37 schools. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] CRET establishes a partnership with PwC for a Holiday work programme. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Experiential Workplace Programme reaches highest intake level at 18. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Scaw partners with CRET to sponsor 5 university students. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] 6 CRET students graduate (largest number of graduates in a year). [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Second year CRET student, Mavis Mahlangu, is inducted on the Deloitte Honours Board for outstanding academic achievement. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Grindrod supports the CRET programme. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas wins Impumelelo Award as Social Entrepreneur of the Year.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas signs an enterprise and supplier development agreement with Sanlam for the development of 25 businesses in the Cape Town, Pretoria and Johannesburg incubators.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas signs agreement with Lonmin to fund an incubator in Mooinooi for three years.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas signs funding agreement with Anglo American Sebenza Fund to fund the Lephalale incubator for three years.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation partners with Microsoft on Internship Programme. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas has 300 donors.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Adopt-a-School adopts its 171st school. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas’ Cape Town incubator expands and relocates to new premises in Upper Eastside, Woodstock.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas signs agreement with Transnet to fund the establishment and operation of incubators in Port Elizabeth and Richards Bay.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Second-year CRET student, Kopano Nkoana, is awarded Golden Key Society entry at Wits University [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas is a runner-up in the Mail & Guardian Investing in the Future Awards.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2013″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] 6 Lilitha/AEC school girls matriculate and move on to the CRET bursary programme. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]

2014

Largest intake of CRET students at 44, including partner companies. CRET hosts its largest holiday work programme.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas has 308 donors.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] The Ruth Simelane Trust, Lilitha Trust and Diepkloof Social Development initiative support the CRET programme. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Kagiso Shanduka Trust launches its infrastructure programme at its inaugural bricklaying event commencing in 120 schools. Curriculum and social development programmes commence in 95 schools. 137 Empowerment and Transformation retreats take place. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Adopt-a-School has 185 schools under adoption. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Third Back to School for a Day held on Mandela Day. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas signs agreement with Exxaro Coal for the development of its suppliers within the Lephalale region.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas signs an agreement with Transnet Capital Projects for the development of 28 suppliers within the Cape Town incubator.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] CRET hosts its first student awards ceremony. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas has 260 clients in incubation.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation has 108 staff throughout its various entities. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2014″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas officially launches the Port Elizabeth incubator.
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2015

On 9 December Shanduka Foundation changes its name to Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2015″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas wins the National Business Incubation Association (NBIA) Randall M. Whaley Incubator of the Year Award. The award, presented at a ceremony in Washington, USA, is regarded as the highest international honour a business incubator can achieve.
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2016

Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa hosts the third Cyril Ramaphosa Education Trust Awards.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2016″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] The inaugural Cyril Ramaphosa Education Trust Golf Fundraiser is held in Bela Bela with guests hosted at Cyril Ramaphosa’s farm. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2016″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] The first Adopt-a-School Fundraiser is held in Durban and a record R9 million is raised. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2016″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Adopt-a-School Foundation hosts its 10th Back to School Party raising in excess of R5 million. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2016″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas reaches the phenomenal milestone of R1 Billion in combined turnover of its clients.
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2017

CRET supports its highest number of bursary students yet at 70.

[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2017″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] CRET student Nomvula Motsweni is offered a training contract by KPMG to train towards her chartered accounting qualification. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2017″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas launches NextGen Academy – a business and entrepreneurship development training organisation geared towards further developing entrepreneurs.
[/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2017″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] KST celebrates 2016 Free State Matric results with a pass rate of 88.2%, the highest in the country. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2017″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] AAS celebrates 78% average pass rate in their adopted schools with 60.5% of learners achieving bachelor and diploma passes. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2017″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] CRET celebrates 21 years since first CRET Bursary was awarded. [/et_pb_vertical_timeline_item][et_pb_vertical_timeline_item title=”2017″ use_read_more=”off” font_icon=”%%1%%” icon_color=”#f7941d” circle_color=”#ffffff” animation=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ text_font=”||||” headings_font=”||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Black Umbrellas reaches the R2 Billion milestone in combined turnover of its small business clients.
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CRF launches Thari Programme for the support of vulnerable women and children
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Adopt-A-School Foundation celebrates its 15th anniversary

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2018

Donné Nicol resigns as CEO of Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation to take up the position of Special Advisor to the President of the Republic of South Africa.

Mmabatho Maboya is appointed CEO of Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation.

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2019

The Foundation celebrates its 15^th anniversary, having invested over R359 million and additionally leveraged over a R1 billion through its partner entities to effect real change in education and enterprise development.

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2020

The Foundation launches its external review by The Studies in Poverty and Inequality Institute, commissioned in 2019 to conduct an in-depth review of its programmes.

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2020

Black Umbrellas launches its virtual incubation programme.

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2021

KST has successfully completed its pilot of the District Whole School Development model in Motheo and Fezile Dabi districts in the Free State province. Read more here.

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2022

Adopt-a-School Foundation celebrates its 20th anniversary.

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Cyril Ramaphosa, Chairperson, Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation
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