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London, 02 June 2025 – OneConnect, an award-winning, multi-faceted South African organisation that seeks to transform and propel industries through ground-breaking technology solutions throughout Africa, and Faria Education Group, a leader in international education, today announced a strategic partnership aimed at advancing education and business development across Africa. The two companies will work together to leverage their strengths in technology and education to drive growth, foster innovation, and address basic educational (K-12) challenges on the continent.

Key Highlights:

• OneConnect’s cutting-edge digital solutions combined with Faria’s educational technology platforms will create tailored solutions for African schools and basic educational institutions (K-12).
• The partnership will focus on increasing access to technology, enhancing educational management, and improving learning outcomes in Africa.
• The joint initiative will provide tools and resources that empower educators, learners, and school administrators, particularly in underserved regions.

A Shared Vision for Africa’s Future

OneConnect and Faria Education Group share a commitment to improving lives through technology. Through this collaboration, the companies aim to make high-quality educational tools more accessible to schools in Africa, equipping learners and educators with the digital resources needed to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.

“Africa’s education system is at a crossroads,” said Motsei Mothoagae, Managing Executive of OneConnect Education. “Our partnership with Faria is not just about technology—it’s about solving real societal problems. We’re addressing the lack of infrastructure, the administrative burdens on teachers, and the gap in digital literacy. By integrating Faria’s expertise with our localised solutions, we’re not just keeping pace with global standards; we’re setting them. OneConnect is proud to be a leader in this space, driving change that starts in the classroom and transforms the futures of our learners.”

Driving Growth and Innovation in Africa

With Africa’s rapidly growing population and expanding demand for quality education, this partnership represents a critical opportunity to meet those needs. The joint venture will focus on a variety of areas, including:

• Digitalizing the administrative processes of basic educational institutions (K-12).
• Enhancing e-learning platforms to improve accessibility and the quality of education.
• Supporting the digital transformation of schools and educational systems.

"We are thrilled to join forces with OneConnect in this pioneering partnership," said Oleg Figlin, CEO of Faria Education Group. "Together, we are committed to providing African schools with the tools they need to succeed in the digital age, ensuring that students have access to the best educational opportunities available."

About Faria Education Group

Founded in 2006, Faria is a leader in international education, providing a range of services addressing learning, admissions, school-to-home, online courses, and study. Faria is the only online learning and online homeschooling provider approved by both the International Baccalaureate (IB) & Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), and is the only provider approved by Cambridge at both primary and secondary levels. Today, Faria serves over 10,000 schools and over 4 million students across 155 countries. www.faria.org

About OneConnect

OneConnect is a multi-faceted technology company headquartered in South Africa with offices in Nairobi, Maputo, and Harare, offering over 15 years of turnkey Technology services and solutions to small, medium and large businesses throughout Africa. Our enterprise is led by a team of dynamic team of Technology specialists, including expertise in Architecture, Design, Application development, Integration and Maintenance, and support across various technologies, which have been seamlessly delivered for our valued clientele.

OneConnect Education aims to democratize education in Africa through the most innovative EdTech products. We offer solutions for every stage of the education cycle, built with the end goal in mind – student success. www.oneconnect.co.za

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