Open Day
Discovery
in WhatsApp.
Learners browse, save and attend open days without leaving WhatsApp. Institutions capture leads, send reminders, and share Zoom links — all automated. Zero app downloads. Works on 2G.
How Learners Use the WhatsApp Marketplace
This is a real conversation flow — exactly what learners see when they message opendays.co.za on WhatsApp.
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The Learner Journey — Step by Step
Send "Hi" to opendays.co.za
Learner messages the number or scans a QR code. An automated welcome menu appears instantly — no waiting.
Browse or Search Open Days
Reply with a number from the menu, or type keywords like "UCT nursing" or "Wits engineering May". Results appear in seconds.
Save Events to Calendar
Reply SAVE to add any event. The learner's personal open-day calendar is built right inside WhatsApp.
Get Zoom Link via WhatsApp
Reply ZOOM to receive the virtual open day Zoom link directly in chat — no email, no app, no friction.
Automatic Reminders
Reminders sent at 7 days, 24 hours, and 1 hour before the event. The Zoom link is included in the 1hr reminder.
Chat With the Institution
Reply CHAT to connect directly with the institution's WhatsApp Business account. The relationship is theirs from here.
WhatsApp → Zoom in One Tap
Learners never need to search for a Zoom link. It arrives in WhatsApp — exactly when they need it.
Learner Saves Event
Replies SAVE to any virtual open day listing in WhatsApp.
1hr Reminder Sent
WhatsApp message arrives 1 hour before: "Your virtual open day starts soon!"
Zoom Link Included
The Zoom link, meeting ID and passcode are in the reminder message.
Tap to Join
One tap opens Zoom on their phone. No email, no searching, no friction.
Learners can also reply ZOOM at any time after saving an event to receive the Zoom link immediately — not just in the reminder. The link is always available on demand.
Everything Learners Can Do in WhatsApp
No app. No login. No email. Just WhatsApp.
Search Open Days
By institution name, subject, province, or date. Keyword search works naturally.
Save Events
Build a personal open-day calendar. All saved events in one place.
Get Reminders
Automatic reminders at 7 days, 24 hours, and 1 hour before each event.
Get Zoom Links
Receive virtual open day Zoom links directly in WhatsApp — on demand or in reminders.
Chat With Institutions
Ask questions directly. Replies come from the institution's own WhatsApp Business.
Request Prospectus
Reply PROSPECTUS to receive a QR code linking to the institution's digital prospectus.
Ask in Any Language
English, isiZulu, Afrikaans, Sesotho — auto-detected and responded to in your language.
Works on 2G
WhatsApp is zero-rated on some SA networks. Works even in rural areas with limited data.
View My Calendar
Reply MY EVENTS to see all saved open days with dates, times, and Zoom links.
Connect directly with the people who can help you most
Don't just browse open days — start real conversations. Choose who you want to speak with and your message is pre-filled. One tap to open WhatsApp and connect.
Admissions Officers
APS requirements, deadlines, late applications
Faculty Heads
Programmes, curriculum, career outcomes
Outreach Managers
Open day logistics, virtual sessions, school visits
Fees & Finance
Tuition, NSFAS, bursaries, payment plans
For Parents
Speak with administrators about your child's journey
Build your personalised journey. Every direct conversation helps you make a better, more informed choice about your future — before you even apply.
Connect Directly on WhatsApp
Speak with your chosen institution staff directly
Choose who you'd like to speak with. Your message will be pre-filled — just tap Send on WhatsApp.
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Messages go directly to the institution's WhatsApp Business account. Response times vary. Never pay for application forms — they are always free.
Start Discovering Open Days on WhatsApp
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