The programme is designed to increase access to quality digital education in under-resourced schools by introducing coding and computational thinking at an early stage. By exposing learners to practical technology learning, the programme supports digital inclusion while nurturing curiosity, creativity and confidence.
At the heart of the initiative is the iSchoolAfrica Coding and Robotics Programme, a school-based model that combines learner engagement with teacher empowerment. Educators at Hlakaniphani Primary School receive training to confidently deliver coding and robotics lessons using iPads and Apple’s Everyone Can Code curriculum.
Learners participate in hands-on, project-based learning using age-appropriate tools such as Swift Playgrounds and educational robotics. Through interactive activities, learners develop logical thinking, collaboration skills and an early understanding of how technology could be used to solve real-world problems.
For Panarottis, feeding connections goes far beyond serving great meals — it’s about nourishing our communities and creating meaningful opportunities for people to connect in every part of life. Our purpose, Feeding Connections, is deeply woven into everything we do.
“As part of this commitment, we are investing in the next generation by helping bridge the digital divide. Through our partnership with iSchoolAfrica, we fund coding and robotics programmes for children aged 7 to 12 in under resourced schools. By giving young learners the skills and confidence to navigate an increasingly digital world, we are empowering them to build brighter futures” said Cornelis Schutte, COO of Panarottis.
We invite our customers to join us on this journey by adding a top-up to their next Panarottis meal. R1 from every top-up is donated to our Panarottis Coding Futures CSI initiative.
“Our learners are excited, motivated and eager to learn,” said Mrs Nengwekhulu, Principal of Hlakaniphani Primary School. “For many of them, this is their first experience using technology in this way. I am excited to seeing our learners thrive through exposure to such world -class technology . “
Programme overview
The iSchool Africa Coding and Robotics Club supports learner development through structured, interactive lessons focusing on
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Coding fundamentals and computational thinking
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Creativity, collaboration and problem-solving
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Age-appropriate robotics and digital tools
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Teacher training and classroom integration
For more information visit www.spurfoundation.co.za
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About Panarottis Coding Futures
Panarottis Coding Futures is a long term community investment initiative designed to help bridge South Africa’s digital divide by equipping young learners with essential 21st century skills. Through a partnership with iSchoolAfrica, the programme funds coding and robotics education for children aged 7 to 12 in under resourced schools, empowering them with the tools, confidence, and creativity needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Rooted in Panarottis’ purpose of Feeding Connection, the initiative extends the brand’s commitment beyond the restaurant experience and into the heart of the communities it serves — nurturing opportunity, unlocking potential, and supporting the next generation to build brighter futures.
Media Contacts
| Nozipho Motolo | Ondela Mlandu |
| Senior Programme Manager | Group Corporate Communications Manager |
| iSchoolAfrica | Spur Corporation |
| nozipho.motolo@ischoolafrica.com | ondelam@spurcorp.com |
