Ethos are making a life changing impact in the life of a young South African. Over the past nine years they have paid for the schooling of Kgotso Jonas.
Schooling is not equal for everyone in South Africa, fee paying state schools offer a high standard of education. There are elite private schools which are not state funded. There are also reasonably priced private schools offering a good education but limited extra mural activities.
Kgotso was not able to find a placement at a fee paying state school and enrolled at URBAN ACADEMY, a school situated in a rural setting near Gqeberha( Port Elizabeth). This year Kgotso will be in Grade 10, with only three years of schooling remaining.
He and his parents live in a sprawling township, Motherwell. His father operates a private taxi in the neighbourhood, whilst his mother is unemployed. Three years ago his younger brother drowned, playing in the fields on a family holiday. This tragedy has had a huge impact on Kgotso.
We believe a sound education will have a positive impact on Kgotso, which will in turn impact on his family and community.
Kgotso - 2026
Kgotso - 2017
