Volkswagen partners with LEAP Institute to open a school in KwaNobuhle
Coinciding with the celebrations of their 75th anniversary in South Africa, Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has partnered with the LEAP institute to open a school in KwaNobuhle.
The LEAP 9 Science and Mathematics School was officially opened on 31 August 2026, marking a new step in efforts to improve Science and Mathematics education in KwaNobuhle and surrounding areas.
Attending the event was Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube, Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Babalwa Lobishe, Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume, and Global Volkswagen brand CEO Thomas Schaefer.
Before its refurbishment and reopening, the school had been abandoned and in poor condition for several years. It currently has learners in Grades 1, 2 and 8, with classes expected to expand gradually until the school is fully operational by 2034, following a planned multi-million-rand investment in its infrastructure and operations.
This school forms part of a cradle-to-career strategy for Volkswagen. Through various education related strategic initiatives such as Ikhwezi Lomso Early Childhood Development Centre, the Kutlwanong Maths Centre and the loveLife Youth Centre, VWGA plays an active role in the development of young people in and around Kariega.
“The LEAP 9 Science and Mathematics School aims to provide learners with quality education, specifically in science and mathematics which are our focus subjects in education. These subjects are the foundation for growth, for innovation and for empowerment,”
said Nonkqubela Maliza, VWGA’s Director of Corporate and Government Affairs.
The LEAP Institute is an education focused non-governmental organisation with more than 21 years of experience in science and mathematics education providing young people with the necessary skills to pursue further studies in meaningful careers.
“The LEAP Institute has an excellent record of strengthening Science and Maths education, which made them the fitting partner when it came to opening a primary and high school in KwaNobuhle, where many of our employees live,”
added Maliza.
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