In 2023, our programme made significant efforts to create a greater impact, funding the upgrades of three university facilities across the country.

1. Upgrades at North-West University
   One of the key projects was the funded upgrade to the Postgraduate Centre in the Faculty of Pharmacy at North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus. This enhancement aims to provide better facilities and resources for postgraduate students, improving their educational experience and research capabilities.
2. Support for the University of Fort Hare
   As part of its mission to support education in South Africa, the PPS Foundation established a new student career centre at the University of Fort Hare. The university holds historical significance as the first educational institution for Black, Indian and Coloured students in South Africa, with notable alumni including Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo. The PPS Foundation is proud to be associated with such a prestigious institution, recognising its role in shaping the nation's history and future.
3. Enhancements at the University of the Western Cape
   The University of the Western Cape required financial assistance to upgrade its Dentistry Postgraduate Work Lounge. PPS has a long history of supporting healthcare, dating back to its establishment in 1941 by a group of eight dentists. Today, the PPS Foundation continues to honour its roots by investing in projects like these, which improve both healthcare and education in South Africa.

The PPS Foundation’s support for universities and students embodies the PPS ethos of mutuality, where the actions of the PPS Foundation are guided by a shared vision of empowering and enabling students to achieve their full potential and positively impact society. The PPS Foundation’s investment not only contributed to the university’s infrastructure but also to the future of its students and the broader community.

The PPS Foundation remains dedicated to creating a brighter future for South Africa by supporting education at all levels and nurturing the leaders of tomorrow.