Empowering Communities Through Technology
From a single internet café in Khayelitsha to 40+ community-based branches across South Africa.
Our Founders
Founded in 2004 in Khayelitsha, Cape Town, Silulo Ulutho Technologies, established by the Rani brothers (Luvuyo and Lonwabo), began by selling refurbished computers out of the boot of a car to the local community eager to access the digital world.
From these humble beginnings, Silulo has grown into a nationwide network of 43+ career and business centres – most company-owned, with a few community-run franchises – spanning the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal.
Our centres provide affordable access to the internet, digital tools, and ICT training. We empower individuals to study, find jobs, start businesses, and build sustainable futures through technology.
Our mission is simple: to bridge the digital divide by making technology, education, and opportunity accessible to all.
Our Mission
Our Vision
Our Core Values
Community First
Excellence
Empowerment
Innovation
Our Reach Across South Africa
- Western Cape: Our largest network serving communities in Khayelitsha, Gugulethu, Mitchells Plain, and surrounding townships
- Eastern Cape: Expanding opportunities in Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas
- Gauteng: Serving urban townships in Johannesburg and Pretoria
- KwaZulu-Natal: Growing presence in Durban and surrounding communities
Our Journey
Silulo Ulutho Technologies founded by Luvuyo Rani
Expanded to 5 centres across Western Cape townships
Launched accredited career training programs
Reached 25 centres nationwide, trained 20,000+ people
Expanded to 43 centres across multiple provinces
Continuing to bridge the digital divide with 50,000+ trained