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Christel House South Africa (CHSA) is more than a school—it’s a lifeline for children and families in Cape Town’s Cape Flats. In her inspiring article, CEO Adri Marais reveals how CHSA combines education with essential services like free transport, healthcare, and skills training for parents. These efforts have led to a 100% pass rate and 97% of students finding a path to higher education or employment, proving that education can truly change lives.

What sets CHSA apart is its holistic approach to addressing the root causes of poverty. By providing not just academic support but also resources to improve the physical, emotional, and social well-being of its students and their families, CHSA creates a nurturing environment where children can break free from the challenges of their circumstances. This model doesn’t just uplift individual students—it creates ripple effects that empower entire communities, setting a powerful example for how schools can be agents of change.

Adri highlights the urgent need for corporate South Africa to step up, as government support dwindles, and education faces critical challenges. By investing in schools like CHSA, businesses can not only strengthen their ESG strategies but also make a tangible difference in breaking the cycle of poverty. With a new high school opening in 2025 and ambitious expansion plans, CHSA’s mission continues to inspire hope and transformation.

 Read the full article on Mail & Guardian: There is a way to address poverty in South Africa