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“The system of apartheid ensured that not enough schools were
provided for the majority of the population, who had to spend
hours walking to and from school rather than in the classroom
itself. This Education Africa project is a practical way in which
we
seek to empower communities in their quest for better education.”
Thabo Mbeki
– Then Deputy-President of South Africa at the launch of
Education Africa’s Cycle Aid project
“The bicycle has played a pivotal
role in the reconstruction and
development of the Japanese
people. That’s why we want to
share Edu-bike with South
Africans in the hope that it
will contribute to creating a
dynamic and successful future
for this country.”
Mr Knock Yokoyama
– Then Governor of the Osaka Prefecture in Japan
“They have provided a national
and international forum for
ending violence and spreading
education. We admire their
efforts to foster a culture of
peaceful co-existence and to
give young people the chance
to contribute their skills in
South Africa’s regeneration.”
John Major
– Then British Prime Minister in a recorded message at
the Education Africa Golden Doves of Peace Awards
“A democratic country needs well-educated, participating children.
The spirit of Walter Sisulu is still alive in South Africa and very much alive
in Masibambane College. Every time we are here, we receive such a warm
welcome from the children who are the future of the country. It is our world
and it’s our duty to work together for a peaceful, prosperous world. That’s
why we support Masibambane College… we are very far away, but very
close together.”
Renate Brauner
– Vice-mayor and Deputy Governor – City of Vienna
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“Education Africa, a non-governmental organisation, has been
instrumental in assisting us with educational transformation, focusing
particularly on excellence and encouragement of best practice.”
Prof Sibusiso Bengu
– Then Minister of Education
“I would like to extend congratulations to those who had the foresight to see
that ideas which act as seeds of the African Renaissance are often best
nurtured in tangible projects that start with the youth. These are those
people at Education Africa... who worked exceptionally hard to get this pilot
project underway.”
Thabo Mbeki
– Then Deputy President in his address to the participants and
winners of the Model United Nations debating competition
“Education is not something that can be enforced haphazardly –
there must be constant review of our efforts; we must identify
problems and find creative solutions. This annual Education Africa
Forum is a welcome contribution towards according education the
priority it deserves.”
Nelson Mandela
– Then President of South Africa in his foreword address in
the first edition of Education Africa Forum
“We are supporters of Education Africa initiatives. Outstanding work is
done by its dedicated staff in providing the previously disadvantaged in
South Africa with education. Only with knowledge can people have
opportunities to achieve in life.”
Geoff Rothschild
– Director: Johannesburg Securities Exchange
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