If you’ve upgraded your laptop recently, you’re not alone. But what happens to the old one? For many, it ends up in a drawer—or worse, in landfill. Yet across Africa, millions of students still complete their education without ever touching a computer. Donating your unused tech isn’t just good for the planet—it’s transformational for someone else.
Why Donate Your Laptop?
Most people don’t realise that their old laptop—while no longer fast enough for work or gaming—can still run educational software, connect to the internet, and support learning.
- Digital inclusion: In many African schools, students graduate without ever using a computer.
- Environmental impact: E-waste is one of the fastest-growing waste streams globally. Reuse is far more sustainable than recycling.
- Ethical reuse: Computers2Africa ensures your device is refurbished and sent to vetted schools, not dumped or resold irresponsibly.
Where to Donate in the UK
Computers2Africa offers:
- Free collections from any UK address
- Drop-off points across the country
- Corporate donation programmes for bulk tech disposal with impact reporting
Donors often ask: “Will my device actually reach someone who needs it?” Yes. Every device is tracked, wiped, and either shipped to or responsibly recycled if unsuitable.
How to Prepare Your Laptop for Donation
- Back up your files to the cloud or an external drive
- Sign out of accounts (Google, iCloud, Microsoft)
- Package securely in a cardboard box with bubble wrap and fragile tape
- Fill out the online form to book collection or drop-off
What Happens Next?
- Devices are wiped using BitRaser, a NIST-approved tool
- Refurbished with Windows 11, ChromeOS, or Linux
- Shipped to schools, libraries, and community centres across Africa
- Donors receive updates and impact stories
Donating your laptop is simple, secure, and life-changing. It’s not just about clearing clutter—it’s about giving someone their first chance to connect, learn, and thrive.
Your tech has more life to give. Let’s pass it on.
