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  • Higher-ED Access Fund

    The Higher ED Access Fund is a national initiative designed to address South Africa’s education crisis by unlocking access for deserving students, particularly those from LSM 6 or lower households, to study at the country’s top universities.

The Educational Benefit 

By focusing on AI, digital and other critical skills sectors, the fund ensures that qualifying candidates are equipped with future-ready expertise that aligns with both South Africa’s development priorities and the needs of employers in Financial Services, ICT, and beyond.

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What Sets Us Apart

  • Critical Skills Focus: Prioritises study fields in AI, digital transformation, data science, finance, and engineering.
  • Equity in Access: Targets students from LSM 6 or lower backgrounds who would not otherwise have the financial means.
  • Top Universities: Partners only with accredited, leading South African institutions.
  • End-to-End Enablement: From sourcing and onboarding through retention and graduation, all compliance and reporting are handled by Okiru.

Benefits for Financial Services Companies

FSC Scorecard Bonus Points (Skills Development & SED recognition)

Reliable audit-ready documentation for B-BBEE verification

Alignment with AI and digital transformation talent pipelines

Enhanced ESG reporting credibility with measurable outcomes

Strategic workforce development by contributing to a pipeline of qualified graduates in critical sectors

Strong reputational impact: clear, transparent, and purpose-driven transformation

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The Fundisa Retail Fund

What is The Fundisa Retail Fund?

The Fundisa Retail Fund is a dedicated savings and investment vehicle, structured to grow contributions while directly financing bursaries for higher education. It has been recognised as a key tool in expanding sustainable access to education in South Africa.

Why The Fundisa Retail Fund Matters for Financial Services Companies

Financial Services companies that invest in the Fundisa Retail Fund benefit not just from helping solve the education crisis, but also from direct FSC Charter recognition:

  • Bonus Points on FSC Scorecard: Investments into Fundisa earn additional B-BBEE transformation points.nus Points on FSC Scorecard: Investments into Fundisa earn additional B-BBEE transformation points.
  • Transparent Reporting: Fully auditable contributions with independent verification.
  • Brand Equity: Positioning as a visible leader in social impact, transformation, and future-skills enablement.ement.