Every citizen of South African wants a better standard of living and striving for this goal is aided by a world class education. Unfortunately for many this is lacking. In fact for many South Africans even the basics are missing. However this is changing. Operating under the maxim that its never to late to learn Adult Basic education programs are springing up all over the country. Supported by both business and government these programs are giving adults the skills that they need to make a better life for them, their children, families and communities. ABET is righting the wrongs of the past in a constructive way that is changing lives across the country.