The South Africa EdTech market size reached USD 1,121.97 Million in 2024. The market is projected to reach USD 3,056.74 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 11.78% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by increasing digital literacy, rising internet penetration, mobile-first learning preferences, and government investments in digital infrastructure. Additionally, a growing demand for flexible, personalized learning post-pandemic has accelerated platform adoption across schools and universities. South Africa EdTech market share continues to expand steadily.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 1,121.97 Million |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 3,056.74 Million |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 11.78% |
Mobile-First Learning Platforms
A significant trend shaping the South Africa EdTech market growth is the prioritization of mobile-first learning platforms. Industry data indicates that by early 2024, South Africa had 118.6 million active smartphones, resulting in a penetration rate of 195.4%. Additionally, the country had 45.34 million internet users, equating to a penetration rate of 74.7%. With smartphone penetration increasing in the country, educational technology providers are optimizing their content and delivery for mobile devices. These platforms enable students in both urban and rural areas to access digital learning resources regardless of fixed broadband availability. Moreover, mobile applications with offline capabilities are helping overcome connectivity challenges, making education more accessible in low-bandwidth environments. Educational institutions and startups are increasingly collaborating to launch data-efficient, mobile-optimized solutions for K–12 and vocational learners. This trend reflects a strategic alignment with South Africa’s unique digital ecosystem, which favors mobile accessibility over traditional desktop usage, and continues to fuel South Africa EdTech market growth in underserved regions.
Public-Private Collaboration for Infrastructure Development
The South Africa EdTech market growth is further supported by increasing collaboration between public entities and private technology firms. Government-led initiatives to bridge the digital divide, such as broadband rollout projects and the National Digital and Future Skills Strategy, are being reinforced by private sector investment in digital classrooms, cloud services, and teacher training. Partnerships between EdTech startups and telecom providers also enable subsidized data packages and device financing for students. These collaborations are critical for scaling digital education and ensuring sustainability of tech integration in schools. In addition, pilot programs in provinces like Gauteng and the Western Cape are becoming models for national implementation. These synergistic efforts between stakeholders are accelerating infrastructure readiness and are vital to sustaining long-term South Africa EdTech market growth. For instance, in June 2025, ADvTECH, Africa’s leading private education group, launched SIRIUS, South Africa’s first integrated Centre of Teaching and Learning Excellence. This pioneering initiative provides ongoing professional development for teachers and lecturers across 119 schools and 33 tertiary campuses. SIRIUS offers in-person, online, and self-study training to enhance teaching quality and student outcomes. Equipped with modern facilities in Sandton, it aims to attract top talent and support academic innovation, reinforcing ADvTECH’s commitment to educational excellence across Africa and beyond.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country/regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on sector, type, deployment mode, and end user.
Sector Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the sector. This includes preschool, K-12, higher education, and others.
Type Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type have also been provided in the report. This includes hardware, software, and content.
Deployment Mode Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the deployment mode. This includes cloud-based and on-premises.
End User Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user have also been provided in the report. This includes individual learners, institutes, and enterprises.
Province Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, Mpumalanga, Eastern Cape, and Others
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Million USD |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Sectors Covered | Preschool, K-12, Higher Education, Others |
Types Covered | Hardware, Software, Content |
Deployment Modes Covered | Cloud-based, On-premises |
End Users Covered | Individual Learners, Institutes, Enterprises |
Provinces Covered | Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, Mpumalanga, Eastern Cape, Others |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
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