Kitso Ya Boleng (KYB) is a registered independent non-profit company that prepares and empowers students for the future by providing quality education and skills development.
Established in 2016 as an Assore-Boleng Flagship Project, KYB is based in Potchefstroom, in the North-West. The Academy enrols students from Assore’s labour-sending communities and also welcomes private students.
Pass rate
Students enrolled from local communities in FY24
The Vision and Mission of the Academy:
Vision:
To prepare and empower students for the economy of South Africa by providing quality education and training to break the cycle of benefit dependency and increase efficiency in the workplace.
Mission:
Helping individuals to identify and achieve their development, growth and career goals.
To provide students with professional, practical and positive learning experiences to cultivate competent, effective and valuable professionals.
To empower students to maximise their career opportunities and academic pathways.
To design, develop and market top-quality educational and training services by adapting modern training methodology and selectively recruiting staff with the best qualifications and experience.
The Academy consists of five primary departments: the Tertiary Education Preparation Programme (KYB TEPP); Graduate Support and Enrichment (KYB GRAD); Teacher Training (KYB ALSE); Bursary Fund & Administration; and Technical Training (KYB TECH).
The Academy consists of five primary departments: the Tertiary Education Preparation Programme (KYB TEPP); Graduate Support and Enrichment (KYB GRAD); Teacher Training (KYB ALSE); Bursary Fund & Administration; and Technical Training (KYB TECH).
KYB TEPP
KYB TEPP is dedicated to instilling confidence and preparing students for secondary education and other tertiary studies. The programme offers a unique blend of quality education, innovation, inclusivity and community engagement.
TEPP provides a comprehensive academic curriculum to educate, develop and inspire students. Focusing on academic success and personal growth, the programme equips pupils with the foundational knowledge and skills required for a successful career in the fields of engineering and education.
TEPP seeks to provide young South Africans with the essential skills, knowledge and confidence needed to excel by emphasising holistic development, leveraging technology and promoting health and wellness.
KYB GRAD
KYB GRAD ensures academic and personal success for students and graduates. The programme offers student mentoring, educational support, mediation services and health and wellness resources.
Many students lack essential psychosocial support to navigate the challenges of their university journey. KYB GRAD features widespread services that aim to provide critical funding, valuable resources and assistance tailored to each student’s needs.
KYB GRAD enables students to overcome challenging obstacles and become positive, self-empowered and accountable, allowing them to succeed academically.
KYB ALSE
KYB ALSE (Additional Learning and Support to Prospective Educators) aims to address the shortage of skilled educators in rural areas by offering bursaries to aspiring students pursuing teaching careers.
Focusing on Mathematics, Science and English, the programme aims to enhance teaching standards and address critical skill gaps within these subjects.
KYB Bursary Fund & Administration manages complex financial and procurement systems, ensuring prompt payments to the relevant institutions and students.
Organisations face the challenge of facilitating financial and procurement systems because they lack the dedicated workforce to request, evaluate and summarise the information needed for timely feedback and payment.
KYB administers these monetary investments for qualifying students on behalf of their bursar throughout their academic journey.
KYB: Technical Training
KYB TECH was created to address South Africa’s technical skill shortage and highlights The Academy’s dedication to technical and academic excellence.
Opened in 2024, KYB TECH workshops are the newest addition to the Flagship project in Potchefstroom. The project offers a dynamic blend of research-driven learning experiences with cutting-edge facilities. KYB TECH promotes innovation, critical thinking and the development of practical skills.
With room for 360 students each year, KYB TECH is a registered TVET college that provides occupational qualifications accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).
2016
TEP Program established. 17 Students from the North-West were enrolled in Ottosdal NW
2017
19 Students enrolled from North-West & Limpopo in Ottosdal NW
2018
TEPP: 29 Students enrolled from North-West, Limpopo, Northern Cape & Kwa-Zulu Natal in Ottosdal NW
2019
39 Students enrolled from North-West, Limpopo, Northern Cape & Kwa-Zulu Natal in Ottosdal NW
2020
KYB moves to Potchefstroom
- TEPP Cohort 39 students
- ALSE Cohort 10 students
2021
KYB Tech is established in Potchefstroom offering N1 – N6 courses.
- KYB Tech cohort 28 students
- TEPP cohort 38 students
- ALSE cohort 15 students
2022
KYB Tech land purchased for Technical workshops
- KYB Tech Cohort 32 students
- TEPP Cohort 45 students
- ALSE Cohort 19 students
2023
KYB Technical Build in Potchefstroom
2024
The opening of the Technical workshops for artisanal training
- TECH cohort 41 students
- TEPP cohort 10 students
- ALSE cohort 19 students
KYB Moves to Potchefstroom
Who we are
As an international mining holding company, Assore principally engages in projects involving the mining, processing and marketing of ores, minerals and metals throughout several countries.
Our commodities
With our established and unique South African mining heritage, Assore oversees a diversified portfolio of global assets that drive economic expansion.
Sustainability
Assore's commitment to sustainable and accountable mining reinforces our values, practices and partnerships. We aim for harmony across our economic, social and environmental responsibilities.