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We are humbled by the generosity of all our donors who have helped us to develop teachers.
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Our Donors

Behind every gift that we receive are people who understand the importance of transforming teaching in South Africa to secure a future for our children and grandchildren. More than that, our donors feel compassion for young people who deserve a tertiary education and a chance to a sustainable career; students who can become leaders in their own communities but who simply don’t have the financial means to get there. We are humbled by the generosity of all our donors who have helped us to develop teachers. Thank you for believing in our work and our ability to deliver.

A list of donors can be found in our annual report.

The combined efforts of Realema, our interns, donors, partner schools, mentors & friends, create meaningful impact.

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You can make a direct deposit to the following bank account:

Realema Teacher Intern Programme
Standard Bank
Rosebank
282471456

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MyDifference

It is so easy to help us develop to professional teachers for South Africa – without costing you a cent!

Make a sustained difference by signing up to the Woolies app, or including Realema as one of your beneficiaries on your existing profile. Then just remember to tap at the till each time you shop at Woolworths.

  • Simply download the Woolies app on your mobile phone and register.
  • Tap on Loyalty within the app.
  • Tap on MyDifference.
  • Select Explore Loyalty Hub.
  • Tap on Causes.
  • Tap Choose My Own.
  • Search for Realema Teacher Intern Programme and select it.
  • Tap Add Cause and check for the message: Cause Added.
  • Tap Finish.

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“My time at Realema, combined with internship and distance study, has taught me the importance of adaptability, resilience, and continuous learning. I’ve learned to embrace change, navigate uncertainty, and persist in the face of adversity. Moreover, interacting with students from various socioeconomic backgrounds has reinforced the value of empathy, compassion, and inclusivity in fostering a supportive learning environment. Holy Rosary School has profoundly impacted my life by instilling in me a passion for education, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a deep appreciation for the transformative power of mentorship. The experiences and relationships made during my internship have shaped me into a more empathetic, resilient, and socially conscious individual, both personally and professionally. Teaching provides me with the opportunity to inspire, mentor, and empower students to reach their full potential. In my internship, I am immersed in the daily workings of the school, where I gain understanding of various teaching methodologies. ”

– Tsholofelo Maphosa

The Reality

What our Interns Say

At the end of 2025, we conducted an anonymous survey to find out how the interns experience Realema. We received 70 responses out of 88 interns. We have noted other suggestions, which we will implement where possible. We are very pleased that they all found Realema to be a valuable opportunity and that they would recommend Realema to others.

QUESTION: I would recommend a Realema Bursary to others?

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Disagree

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Somewhat disagree

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Neither agree nor disagree

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Somewhat agree

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Agree

QUESTION: Does Realema’s bursary offer a valuable opportunity to grow as a student teacher?

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Disagree

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Neither agree nor disagree

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