Leveraging South Africa's leading telecommunications network to create a comprehensive gender-based violence support ecosystem that saves lives and empowers survivors.
Cell Towers
Nationwide Coverage
Crisis Calls Handled
Since 2020
Data Encryption
Military-Grade Security
Emergency Response
Average Connection Time
Four pillars of Telkom's GBV support infrastructure, designed to provide end-to-end crisis intervention and long-term survivor support across South Africa.
Connecting Every Corner of SA
Free data access to GBV support services for all users, regardless of airtime balance or data bundles.
Emergency calls receive highest priority routing through Telkom's network infrastructure for instant connection.
Extended network coverage to rural and remote areas where GBV support is critically needed.
Military-grade encryption for all crisis communications ensuring complete privacy and confidentiality.
Cloud-Powered Support Systems
Enterprise-grade cloud hosting with redundant backups and disaster recovery for critical GBV data.
24/7 AI-powered chatbot trained specifically for GBV crisis intervention and resource referrals.
Consent-based location sharing for rapid emergency response and resource mapping.
Automated SMS and app-based alerts to trusted contacts with customizable privacy settings.
Telkom Foundation Commitment
Dedicated annual funding for GBV support infrastructure, services, and community programs.
Digital literacy and safety training for survivors, communities, and support organizations.
Technology infrastructure support for shelters, counseling centers, and legal aid organizations.
Grassroots community programs for GBV awareness, prevention, and early intervention.
Cutting-Edge Solutions
Comprehensive mobile app with panic button, resource directory, and secure communication features.
Machine learning algorithms to identify patterns and predict high-risk situations for early intervention.
End-to-end encrypted video therapy platform connecting survivors with qualified counselors.
Smart emergency response system that automatically coordinates with police, medical, and support services.
Enterprise-grade technology powering life-saving GBV support services
Comprehensive GBV support coverage across all nine provinces
Complete coverage in all major cities and metropolitan areas
Extensive coverage in suburban and peri-urban communities
Growing coverage in rural and remote areas through infrastructure expansion
Strategic rollout of Telkom's GBV support infrastructure
Tracking the real-world impact of Telkom's GBV support infrastructure
Since platform launch
Direct assistance provided
Emergency call connection
Successful interventions
Digital safety education
Network infrastructure
Protection orders & more
Service quality rating
Join us in leveraging technology to create safer communities across South Africa. Together, we can build a comprehensive support network that saves lives and empowers survivors.
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Bring GBV support services to your community through our programs