Impact
From an African Problem to a Multi-Market Mission.
Lerato’s work is measured in more than product releases. It is reflected in institutional adoption, strategic partnerships, market expansion, recognition and the growing ambition to build education technology that can serve diverse environments at scale.
Market Reach
Growing Across Markets
eduSYMS currently serves clients in:
- South Africa
- Namibia
- Zimbabwe
- United Kingdom
The company is preparing for expansion into West Africa and East Africa.
Partnerships
Building with Institutions and Industry
Lerato has led and supported the development of strategic partnerships with organisations including:
- South African Grain Milling Academy SAGMA
- National Chamber of Milling NCM
- Colleges
- Schools
- Skills-development providers
Recognition
Recognised by Innovation Ecosystems
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Top 5 Startup
UNDP timbuktoo EdTech Programme
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Semi-finalist
GCIP-SA — Global Cleantech Innovation Programme
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Finalist
Pitch Palabre
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Programme recognition
Standard Chartered Women in Tech South Africa Programme
What Comes Next
The Next Chapter Is Scale with Purpose
The next stage of Lerato’s work is focused on expanding the reach and capability of eduSYMS while maintaining the principles that shaped it: affordability, accessibility, integrated institutional operations, governance and technology designed for emerging markets.