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ZTE builds a multimedia center for the Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and Children in South Africa
| Funder | ZTE Corporation (formerly Zhongxing Telecommunication Equipment Corporation) |
|---|---|
| Recipient Organization | Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and Children |
| Country | South Africa |
| Start Date | Jan 01, 2018 |
| End Date | Aug 05, 2031 |
| Duration | 4,964 days |
| Number of Grantees | 1 |
| Roles | Recipient |
| Data Source | AidData Chinese Aid |
| Grant ID | 88534 |
Grant Description
According to media articles, in 2018, ZTE Corporation South Africa and MTN SA Foundation, a South African multinational mobile telecommunications company, made a joint commitment to assisting the Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and Children in Athlone, Cape Town, Africa.
As part of the contribution, ZTE built and furnished a 20-seat multimedia center for the Saartjie Baartman Centre, allowing users to access digital content and technology, as well as giving them a window to future skills development.
ZTE also provided IT hardware equipment such as computers and routers, as well as the interior decoration with clear style.
The MTN SA Foundation pledged to provide free Internet connectivity to power the center for two years and to provide ICT training to the facilitators. The monetary value of the center is unknown.
Established in 1999, the Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and Children is a one-stop centre for survivors of gender-based violence.
It houses 120 women and children who benefit from the Residential Programme, which provides sanctuary for a period of up to four months.
Sources & References
- ZTE helps South Africa cultivate telecommunication talents
- ZTE 2018 Sustainability Report
- MTN
- ZTE extend a lifeline to survivors of gender-based violence Loan applications and disbursements are still being received and processed as the projects continue to evolve. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation are in place to ensure project continuity.
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