Schools Becoming Easy Target For Criminals

With large amounts of cash and very little security, schools are now becoming an easy target for criminals. Numerous schools across the country have already been raided with several serious incidents and even fatalities. Parents must act swiftly to ensure the safety of their children by forcing schools to adopt a cash free policy.

In partnership with Nedbank, Karri has introduced a mobile payment app to address this growing problem. The app enables parents to send money securely to their child’s school at the click of a button. There are already hundreds of schools countrywide that are using Karri successfully, with most now refusing to accept cash payments from parents.

The app offers a simple alternative to children bringing cash to school by allowing parents to make payments via an app on their smartphone. It is free for parents to use and there are no hidden costs or sign-up fees for the school.

Karri’s CEO Doug Hoernle says a cashless future should be pursued. “With little to no security in schools, having large amounts of cash on school premises is a constant worry for everyone. It is scary to think that this could make your school an easy target for criminals and the thought of your child being caught up in a school robbery is a truly frightening one.”

“Cash in schools should be completely eradicated and done so with a sense of urgency. The reality is that there are still schools asking parents to send their children to school with cash for events and collections. Why are they still sending children to school with cash, surely with the rising number of school robberies in South Africa, it is now time to change,” he stresses.

The app is directed at parents, teachers and schools, and aims to alleviate the inconveniences of paying for all types of school activities and other fundraising efforts. For schools, using this app will help eliminate collecting, counting and banking cash. It also reduces time spent on administrative tasks by teachers, and allows for an overview of all funds being transacted for all events throughout the year.

With a system like Karri, there is absolutely no reason for schools to have cash on site at any point. The app offers a fully comprehensive financial management system with a user-friendly dashboard where teachers can create events and collections with ease, monitor payments and consolidate collections.

“Parents, take action now and recommend Karri to your child’s school today. By completely eliminating the element of cash on your school’s premises you are creating a safer, happier environment for everyone,” he concludes.

With Karri, creating a cash-free environment is simple and it also creates a safer environment for teachers and students alike. The app is available for download from the iStore or Google Play Store.

ENDS

More about Karri (www.karri.co.za )

Karri is a mobile payment app that has helped move millions in cash through secure, trackable online transfers. It has made paying insanely fast and easy, the app enables parents to make safe, quick and convenient payments to their school or other community organisation.

Karri is powered by Nedbank, meaning your money is ALWAYS secure. It is the only product currently in the school space that combines real-time messages, reminders, a secure payment platform and a comprehensive financial management system.

Parents can now pay for stationary, textbooks or school fees simply and easily from the app. Simply, Karri takes the hassle out of school payments, from civvies days to outings, to sports tours and school fees. It is 100% free for parents and can be used for any and every school payment. Simply download the app for free onto your smartphone, create a login and make an instant payment to your school from your MasterCard or Visa.

Store funds in your Karri wallet to make sure you never miss a payment again. Receive a convenient reminder if you forget about a payment. Add all events to your calendar, straight from the Karri app. No bank charges! Karri is completely free to use.

On behalf of:
Company: Karri
Contact: Emma Kendrick
Cell: (082) 430-1357
Email: em@karri.co.za