Our Mission is Simple
Give every South African student access to quality exam practice, regardless of their background or where they live.
The Story Behind Prepped
Prepped was born from a simple observation: too many talented South African students struggle in their final exams not because they lack ability, but because they lack access to quality practice materials.
Founded in 2024 by a team of educators and technologists, we set out to build something that actually works for South African learners — something that understands our unique challenges, from load shedding to data costs.
Today, we're proud to serve over 50,000 students across all nine provinces, helping them build confidence and achieve their academic goals.
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What We Stand For
Student-First
Every decision we make starts with the question: "How does this help students succeed?" No dark patterns, no manipulative pricing.
Built for SA
We're South African through and through. Our content is IEB/NSC-aligned, our pricing is in Rands, and we understand local challenges.
Accessible
Quality education shouldn't cost a fortune. We keep our prices low and our offline mode means data isn't a barrier.
Quality Content
Every question is written by experienced teachers and reviewed for accuracy. No AI-generated shortcuts.
Teacher Partners
We work with teachers, not around them. Our platform helps educators track progress and identify struggling students.
Sustainable
We're building for the long term. Sustainable pricing means we'll be here to support students for years to come.
Meet the Team
A small but mighty team of educators, developers, and designers passionate about education in South Africa.
Kagiso Molefe
Co-Founder & CEO
Former maths teacher with 15 years in SA schools
Sarah Naidoo
Co-Founder & CTO
Ex-UCT, previously at local edtech startups
Lindiwe Vilakazi
Head of Content
DBE curriculum specialist, Physical Sciences
Johan Pretorius
Lead Developer
Full-stack engineer, Django specialist
Want to Join Our Mission?
We're always looking for passionate educators and developers who want to make a difference in South African education.