Save a little each month and step into the new school year with cash in hand.
Who we are
We know the squeeze January puts on a family. So we built a savings plan that lets you put a little aside through the year and walk into the new school term ready. One plan, up to four children, and a real cashback benefit waiting when school fees, uniforms and stationery hit hardest.
Our purpose
Our mission is to help parents prepare financially for back-to-school expenses by providing an affordable and accessible education savings plan. For only R89 per month, parents can cover up to four children and receive a January cashback benefit of R2,500 to R5,000, helping families manage school-related expenses with greater confidence and less financial pressure.
We aim to make education financial planning simple, affordable and accessible to families, while giving parents the opportunity to start preparing for their children's school expenses well before January.
Our vision is to become a trusted education financial-support partner for families across South Africa, helping parents plan ahead for their children's education expenses and ensuring that the beginning of every school year is less financially stressful.
The plan
A single monthly contribution that quietly builds towards the cheque you write in January. No surprises, no fine print — just steady, family-sized relief when school reopens.
Thakazo
Education Plan
Cover up to four children under one plan, contribute just R89 a month, and receive a cashback benefit of R2,500 to R5,000 in January — exactly when school expenses hit hardest.
Why it works
Instead of finding a large sum all at once when school reopens, you spread the cost calmly across the year. The benefit lands in January — exactly when fees, uniforms and stationery are due.
Why choose us
R89 makes it easier for parents to plan throughout the year.
Customers receive a meaningful cashback amount when school expenses are highest.
One plan can support multiple children in the family.
Parents don't have to find a large amount of money all at once in January.
When customers receive the benefit as promised, they have a reason to renew.
Our values
No short cuts.
Every parent who walks through our door or calls us feels heard, helped and respected.
How it works
Register your family and cover up to four children under one affordable monthly plan.
Pay just R89 a month and let your contribution build quietly towards January.
Get a cashback benefit of R2,500 to R5,000 in January, ready for fees, uniforms and stationery.
Who & where we serve
We help parents and guardians of children in primary and secondary school — wherever they are in South Africa.
Parents and guardians of children in primary and secondary school.
All 9 South African provinces served.
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Our guarantee
One plan. Multiple children. A real benefit when school expenses are at their highest.
How to pay
Set up a monthly EFT from your bank and keep your contributions on track all year.
Pay quickly and securely with your debit or credit card at our office.
Use Capitec Pay for a fast, familiar transfer straight from your banking app.
Meet the team
Director
Zoleka started this business because she understands the financial pressure that parents face when January comes. Back-to-school expenses can arrive all at once while many families are already recovering from the December holiday period. She wanted to create a simple and affordable solution that allows parents to prepare throughout the year instead of struggling to find a large amount of money in January.
Marketing manager
Sinothile has been working in customer service for over 10 years. She is good with people and is a very dedicated, hard worker.
Administrator
Kagiso has been working in a recruitment company for over 8 years. Excellent in all administration work.
Real reviews from real customers
Signing up my daughter for the school fees plan was so quick and easy. The team in Durban really made us feel welcome!
Lindiwe C.
I highly recommend Thakazo Education Plan because it is great value for money. They helped me budget for my son's university costs without any stress.
Daniel I.
The staff here are so friendly and always willing to help. They explained the whole savings process to me so clearly.
Mpho X.
I am so happy with the service we received. They made securing my grandchildren's future education completely hassle-free.
Marlene E.
Questions, answered
Get in touch
Phone
+27630232694
+27630232694
[email protected]
Address
417 Anton Lembede Street, Durban
Start planning today
Join the Thakazo Education Plan and turn a stressful month into a planned one.