Free, every month
There is no installation fee, no activation fee, no rental and no monthly charge. We cover the fibre line, the internet service and the router, so the school pays R0.
Free Internet For Schools
Every classroom deserves a connection.
Free fibre for schools, so learning is never gated by a data bundle.
The 123NET School Initiative
Free fibre, so learning is never gated by a data bundle.
The 123NET School Initiative connects schools inside our coverage areas with fast, uncapped fibre at no cost to the school. We cover the installation, the activation, the ONU router and the monthly rental for both the fibre line and the internet service, so your budget goes to teaching instead of connectivity. It is symmetric fibre with no data caps and no fair-usage policy, built for a room full of learners streaming lessons, researching and uploading their work at the same time.
What your school gets
Every approved school runs on the same fast, uncapped line we provide to homes and businesses, with nothing to pay each month.
Truly uncapped
No data caps, no shaping, no throttling and no fair-usage policy. Learners can download and upload freely, at the same speed both ways.
Fast and ready
Up to 1000 Mbps on national and local connections, and up to 125 Mbps international, on a gigabit-capable router we install and set up for you.
Three steps to connect your school
Check fibre coverage
Use the coverage checker to see whether your school sits inside our fibre network. If it does, you can apply.
Apply online
Fill in the short online application form. It collects the details we need and guides you through each step.
Apply nowApproval and sign-up
Our Fibre School team reviews your application and, once approved, emails you a link to complete sign-up for your free package.
Frequently asked questions
What speeds do schools get?
Up to 1000 Mbps for national and local connections, and up to 125 Mbps for international access.
Who can apply?
Any school inside our fibre coverage areas. Use the coverage checker to see if yours qualifies. 123NET reviews each application and holds the right to accept or decline.
What does it cost?
Nothing. We cover installation, activation, one ONU router and the monthly rental for both the fibre line and the internet service.
Can a school get more than one line?
Each school gets one free fibre line. Extra lines at the same school can be arranged at standard rates.
What do I need to apply?
Just start the application. It guides you through each step and collects everything we need from your school.
What forms are involved?
Two: an application form that gathers your school details, and the 123NET School Initiative Agreement (with its terms) to sign and submit.