A Heartfelt Appreciation to Accenture for Empowering SayPro Through ICT Training (2014–2021)
We at SayPro would like to extend our deepest and most sincere appreciation to Accenture for its incredible support and long-standing partnership through the provision of ICT training and capacity-building support between 2014 and 2021.
Over these seven years, your generous investment in digital literacy and technological empowerment has helped shape the future of thousands of young people, aspiring entrepreneurs, and community leaders across South Africa. Your commitment to digital inclusion, skills development, and economic empowerment is not only admirable but has created a lasting legacy of impact within our organisation and beyond.
At a time when technology rapidly transformed the way we live and work, Accenture’s support ensured that young people from under-resourced communities were not left behind. Through your partnership, we were able to offer high-quality ICT training programmes that addressed the real needs of the future workforce and opened up new pathways for education, innovation, and employment.
Highlights of Impact Made Possible by Accenture:
1. Digital Skills Development for Youth and Job Seekers
Thousands of youth were trained in essential digital skills—from basic computer literacy to more advanced topics such as coding, digital marketing, and data handling. Many of these young people went on to secure employment, start small businesses, or continue further studies in the field of technology.
2. Capacity Building for Community-Based Organizations
Thanks to your support, SayPro was able to extend ICT skills to community organizations and social entrepreneurs, helping them strengthen their operations, improve service delivery, and leverage technology for social impact.
3. Bridging the Digital Divide
Through your contribution, SayPro was able to provide access to computers, internet connectivity, and hands-on training labs in areas where such resources were previously unavailable. This helped bridge the digital divide and ensure more inclusive access to opportunity.
4. Empowerment of Women and Marginalized Groups
A key focus of the programme was the inclusion of women and vulnerable groups in the ICT space. Your support allowed us to tailor programmes that empowered women with market-relevant skills and the confidence to enter and thrive in the digital economy.
5. Laying the Foundation for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Beyond employability, the ICT training sparked creativity and innovation. Many beneficiaries have gone on to start small digital businesses or tech-based initiatives, using the skills they gained through the training to uplift their communities.
The years 2014 to 2021 were a period of remarkable growth, transformation, and innovation for SayPro—and Accenture was at the heart of that journey. Your belief in our vision and your investment in our capacity not only helped us expand our impact but also reinforced the importance of partnerships that are grounded in purpose, empowerment, and shared value.
As we reflect on all that was achieved during this period, we do so with immense gratitude and pride. The seeds you planted continue to bear fruit, and the lives you touched through your support are living proof that technology, when made accessible and inclusive, can change lives.
We look forward to continuing the work we started together—building more digitally empowered communities, unlocking the potential of young people, and shaping a future where no one is left behind.
Thank you, Accenture, for being a true partner in progress and purpose.
With sincere appreciation,
The SayPro Team