Thohoyandou, South Africa: A new chapter in digital learning has begun at Thohoyandou Secondary School, where learners now have access to a Digital Mobile Library, made possible by Vuma.
The Digital Mobile Library was officially handed on Friday, marking a significant step in bridging the digital divide. As the official sponsor and connectivity partner, Vuma in partnership with ISP is providing the school with free 1Gbps fibre connectivity through its Fibre to Schools initiative, ensuring reliable access to digital learning platforms and online resources. The mobile library, procured by Vuma, is fully equipped with tablets, laptops, secure storage, charging infrastructure, and connectivity enablement—giving learners and educators access to a complete, modern digital learning environment.
Rura Tech is Vuma’s implementation partner for the Digital Library project and is responsible for the end-to-end setup and delivery of each digital library, including conducting site assessments, procuring and installing equipment, configuring the technology, and ensuring the mobile library is fully operational before handover.
“Through this Digital Mobile Library, we are unlocking opportunity, igniting curiosity, and empowering learners with the tools they need to shape their own futures,”‘ said Jefferey Kuturuza, Rura Tech Spokesperson.
For learners, this provides access to a wide range of online educational resources, creating a space where they can explore, read and learn beyond the traditional classroom setting. For some, this marks their first meaningful access to consistent digital tools for education.
For educators at Thohoyandou Secondary School, the Digital Mobile Library introduces new ways of teaching and engaging learners, helping to build both literacy and digital confidence while enhancing classroom learning.
“This Digital Mobile Library represents more than just new equipment for our school, it represents hope, progress, and possibility for every learner who walks through our doors, said L.S Mudau Principle at Thohoyandou Secondary School. “‘Our learners now have access to a world of knowledge at their fingertips, which will not only enhance their academic journey but also inspire them to dream bigger and reach further.”
As the first learners begin using the space, the hope is simple: that this Digital Mobile Library becomes more than a collection of digital devices — it becomes a gateway to knowledge, confidence, and future opportunity.
