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Erika Theron Trust Postgraduate Scholarships 2026
Women advancing in Social Work at UWC can apply for targeted postgraduate support through the Erika Theron Trust Postgraduate Scholarships 2026. This opportunity is for eligible female South African citizens registered for Masters or Doctoral Social Work studies at the…
TETA Maritime Scholarship Programme 2026
TETA has announced a Maritime Scholarship Programme 2026 which funds eligible South African applicants to pursue a MSc in Maritime Affairs. This is being offered for study at the World Maritime University (WMU) in Malmö, Sweden. The scholarship is fully…
ISACA South Africa Chapter Scholarship 2026
This ISACA South Africa Chapter Scholarship 2026 opportunity is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students studying Computer Science, Information Systems, or another technology-related qualification at a higher education institution in South Africa. Applications opened on 24 March 2026 and close…
Hortgro Bursary Programme (2027 intake) — South Africa
Hortgro is inviting South African students to apply for bursary support linked to careers in the deciduous fruit industry. The programme is aimed at students in relevant undergraduate or postgraduate studies, and support can include full/partial tuition, a stipend, and…
Moore Southern Cape Bursaries – SAICA Learnerships CA(SA)
Moore Southern Cape is inviting applications for its SAICA-linked bursary opportunity for students pursuing an accounting qualification. The bursary is aimed at academically strong students who may need financial support to continue their studies, and successful bursars will also be…
Southern Sphere Platinum Bursary Programme 2026
Studying in a mining‑aligned field and based in (or from) Sekhukhune District? Southern Sphere Platinum is inviting applications for its 2026 Bursary Programme for eligible second‑year university students in selected disciplines. At a glance About the sponsor Southern Sphere Platinum…
City of Ekurhuleni Community Bursary Programme 2026
The City of Ekurhuleni Community Bursary Programme 2026 invites applications from academically deserving students who intend to pursue full‑time undergraduate studies in 2026. This programme aims to support talented youth, widen access to higher education, and develop skills aligned to…
ICGEB SAWBP Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026
If you’re a South African woman researcher with a PhD and you’re ready to build momentum in biotech, the ICGEB South African Women in Biotechnology Programme (SAWBP) is a strong postdoctoral route. The fellowship is hosted at ICGEB Cape Town…
Looking for a bursary? This site has been helping students over the past decade, in this pursuit. It provides the necessary information and a curated repository of resources that explains how bursaries work in South Africa, where to find the latest opportunities, who qualifies, and how to apply — with verified links to the main funders and programmes. For a constantly updated list of active bursaries, use our curated repository here on Bursaries-SouthAfrica.co.za (bookmark this page for new posts daily).
Be sure to check out these useful resources, for more information and guidance.
- Bursaries Resources and Guides
- Bursary Application Submissions – Combined “One PDF” Pack
- Bursary Interview Questions – 30 Questions + Answer Patterns
- Student CV (No Experience) – One-Page Template for Bursaries
- Bursary Reference Letter – Request Script + Template
- Affidavit for Bursary Applications – Templates + How to Get It Done
- Why Do You Deserve This Bursary? – 3 Answer Structures + Examples
- Bursary Motivation Letter – 5 Typical Templates (Copy + Edit)
- Bursary Application Checklist – The One-Folder Method (2026/2027)
